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Child Safety Center

Help. Hope. Heal. Because it shouldn't hurt to be a kid. The center has three goals:

1. The child is interviewed by a specially trained forensic interviewer.

Provide a child-friendly, safe, and secure environment for children who may have been sexually or otherwise seriously abused. They are assisted with the interview by State Police, local law enforcement, the Sheriff Office, DHS medical and mental health professionals.

2. Provide whatever needed services or referrals to assist the child and non offending family members in the recovery process

3. Partner with community agencies to promote education, awareness and prevention programs through school-based programs, community events and fundraisers

01/15/2026

Yesterday was a day of firsts for White County and the Child Safety Center. Thanks to the incredible work of Detective Misty Goss, Chief Deputy Prosecutor Norene Smith, and Deputy Prosecutor Abram Skarda, a man was found guilty of Trafficking of Persons, a Class Y felony due to the victim being a minor at the time of the offense. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, giving this moment extra significance.

Protecting children in our community takes a village. It requires team members from many disciplines coming together to ensure the best possible outcome for a child, their family, and our community. Those involved in this case included Arkansas State Police Crimes Against Children (CACD), the Bald K**b Police Department, the White County Sheriff’s Office, multiple prosecutors, a victim witness coordinator, a forensic interviewer and an advocate from the Child Safety Center.

Yesterday’s case was the first trafficking case to go before a jury in White County. It was also the first jury trial held in the new White County Justice Center. These firsts matter not only to the child and family involved, but to our entire community. They set a precedent for what White County believes in.

As we recognize Human Trafficking Awareness Month, this case stands as a powerful reminder of our team's shared commitment. We believe children who come forward and share the most difficult and frightening experiences of their lives. We care deeply about ensuring the safety of children in our community. We stand beside the professionals on the front lines of child abuse cases. We are a community that believes in justice.

https://www.whitecountycitizen.com/news/bald-knob-54-year-old-found-guilty-in-first-human-trafficking-trial-in-white-county/article_35529814-9aa5-5a1d-80f4-62dab8a10d9e.html

01/15/2026

We are so thankful for the incredible generosity shown to our families this holiday season! Because of so many caring individuals, churches, and community partners, children and caregivers felt supported, celebrated, and loved.

A huge thank you to Sonic and their amazing team of managers for generously donating gift cards, Ace Ellis for providing fast food gift cards, United Way for hosting a special Christmas shopping experience, New Life Church Searcy for donating toys to children in need for Christmas and beyond, and Center Hill Missionary Baptist Church for purchasing Christmas for one of our families and so many others who have donated resources to help make this season brighter.

Your kindness truly makes a difference!

01/12/2026

Late into a Friday night, the lights at the Safety Center were on because five kids needed us, and we showed up. 💛

That Friday night meant:

Five forensic interviews

Three different families supported through advocacy

Two medical exams

One crisis assessment

This involved three different law enforcement agencies, a DHS investigator, a CACD investigator, 3 interviewers, 2 facility dogs, an advocate, a therapist and a nurse working together for the safety of children.

We’re incredibly thankful to be part of a team that answers the call no matter the time or day—so every child feels seen, heard, and surrounded by the support they need to begin healing.

The work doesn’t stop at 5 o’clock. And neither do we. 💙

01/08/2026

Grateful doesn’t begin to cover it. 💙

The Child Safety Center has been awarded $605,000 ($302,500 per year for the next two years) through the Arkansas Community Assistance Grant. This support comes at a vital time, as more children than ever relied on our services this past year.

One family shared with us, “I don't know what I would have done to help my child if you were not here. It truly has been a life saver."

This funding directly supports frontline services—ensuring children and families have access to advocacy, forensic interviews, and trauma-informed care when they need it most. It helps us continue showing up in those moments when fear feels overwhelming and hope feels out of reach, and allows us to walk alongside families with reassurance that they are not alone.

We are deeply thankful to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, Governor Sanders, our state legislators, and every supporter who advocated on our behalf. Thank you for investing in the safety and well-being of children in our communities.

A child told us, "I finally feel like I have someone in my corner. I would have given up without the Center. ”

That is why this work matters and why sustainable funding remains essential.

Thank you for standing with us as we continue building a future where every child is safe, heard, and supported. 🤍

01/05/2026

During their forensic interview, many children enjoy drawing as they talk. Sometimes, they even draw a picture of their interviewer!

This particular drawing was made by a 5-year-old during an interview with Ciara.

For Ciara, small moments like this bring a smile to her face and serve as a reminder of the positive impact of the challenging work done at the Child Safety Center.

01/01/2026

💙 We’re starting the New Year with gratitude. 💙

As we step into 2026, our hearts are overflowing with thankfulness. Every Thursday in the month of January, we’re pausing to reflect on the incredible community that surrounds the Child Safety Center—individuals, businesses, and partners who went above and beyond to bless children, families, and our staff in meaningful ways.

We are so thankful for all that was accomplished together in 2025 and for the countless ways our community continues to show up for children who need healing, hope, and protection. This month, we’ll be sharing just a few of the many reasons we’re grateful.

Thank you for being part of this mission with us. 💛

12/30/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, there is still time to make a meaningful difference. 💙

This year, hundreds of children found safety, healing, and hope because of the generosity of people like you.

One child shared, “I didn’t think anyone would believe me—but they did." Another child shared, “I finally felt safe enough to tell my story.”
These moments of courage were possible because our community chose to give.

Your year-end gift today helps ensure that healing continues into the year ahead.

✨ Give before December 31:
https://childsafetycenterofwhitecounty-bloom.kindful.com/

12/29/2025

For every child who needs a safe space...
For every family who needs support...
For every community that believes in protecting kids—
We're here. We’re ready. We're essential.

💙 Help us continue this mission.

12/26/2025

Recently, a young person shared how a safety lesson at school changed everything.

During a presentation on recognizing red flags, speaking up, and staying safe, the child realized that something that had happened to them was not okay. Because they had been taught what abuse can look like and how to tell a trusted adult, they found the courage to speak up.

That conversation led the child and their family to our Safety Center, where they were met with compassion, support, and a space designed just for kids. With the help of caring professionals, and the comfort of a therapy dog, the child began a journey toward healing.

Months later, this child is doing incredibly well in trauma-informed therapy. Their mother has shared deep gratitude for both the prevention education that empowered their child to speak up and the healing services that supported their family through a difficult time.

Stories like this remind us why early education, coordinated response, and child-centered care are so important. When children are taught to recognize unsafe situations, and when help is ready when they speak up, healing is possible.

Thank you for supporting the work that keeps children safe and helps families heal. 💙

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Child Safety Center! 🎄💙

As we celebrate this season of hope, we are deeply thankful for the incredible community that surrounds and supports the children we serve.

Wishing you and your loved ones joy, peace, and a healthy start to the New Year!

12/22/2025

When a child discloses abuse, every step matters.

Children's Advocacy Centers bring law enforcement, child protection, medical and mental health professionals together under one roof - so kids don't have to navigate trauma alone.

It's more than services. It's a lifeline.

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414 Rodgers Drive
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