During your visit:
Upon arrival to the CAC, you will be greeted and shown to a waiting room while the investigative team assembles and prepares for the interview. Your child will be offered a fidget toy such as a pop-it or stress ball. We have toys and coloring books available in the waiting rooms. A forensic interviewer will introduce themselves to you and your child and provide a brief tour to the child so that they know what to expect. Prior to the child’s interview, you will meet with the investigative team. A staff person will be present to supervise your child as needed so that they are not left unattended while you meet with the team.
The multidisciplinary team is typically comprised of the forensic interviewer, a family advocate, a nurse, a detective assigned to the case, a Children & Youth worker if one is assigned, and sometimes a prosecutor assigned to the case. This meeting will allow you to provide any updates on the child and sign a consent for the interview to take place. When your child is in the interview, a family advocate will meet with you to provide resources and assess needs for information and referrals to other services. If your child is also scheduled for a medical exam, a forensic nurse will meet with the you as well to gather information for your child’s exam.
Once the child’s interview is complete, the investigative team will meet with you to discuss next steps.
After the interview:
After the interview, your child will be offered a snack. Our staff can provide you with a school note or work note as needed.
A week or two after your child completes the interview at the CAC, the family advocate will reach out to check in on any referrals or services you may still need help with. Also, members of the investigative team may be in contact to let you know their next steps. If you have any questions after your visit to the center, you can call the CAC (717-718-4253) and ask to speak to your family advocate.
Check out the frequently asked questions section for more information about your appointment. Click here to go to our FAQ.
Parking & Directions:
The CAC is located at 28 South Queen Street, York, PA 17403. Metered parking is available on the street in front of our building and free off-street parking is available directly behind our building in the spots marked "Parking for YCCAC only". We can provide quarters for metered parking upon request.
