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Southwest Mississippi Children's Advocacy Center Family and Victim Advocates work directly with non-offending caregivers and members of the Multidisciplinary Team to refer children and families for appropriate services, such as forensic medical exams and mental health services. 

INTAKES

​Before the forensic interview begins, the Family & Victim Advocate walks the non-offending caregiver through all necessary paperwork and gathers a brief family history.

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REFERRALS

Family & Victim Advocates also make referrals for appropriate services based on the needs of the non-offending caregiver and child.

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POST- FORENSIC INTERVIEW

After the forensic interview concludes, the Family & Victim Advocate, along with Child Protection Services and Law Enforcement, will meet with the non-offending caregiver to discuss appropriate referrals and the next steps.