"We want to overcome the stigma by opening the public conversation and promote resources so that individuals can get the support they need," said Investigator Helgeson. To increase awareness, Cedar Falls Public Safety will have teal and dark blue magnets displayed on each of their police cruisers throughout April. "Riverview serves as an advocate by providing guidance, support, and resources for survivors of sexual violence," said Investigator Helgeson. Riverview Center provides free sexual assault services to 14 counties in the Northeast Region of Iowa including Black Hawk County. They also help families by offering additional community resources as well as aid law enforcement in our criminal investigations." "The center provides specialized skills to interview and examine children who have been involved in a traumatic incident or incidents. "Child protection centers are a necessary resource for law enforcement as we partner with ACPC on a vast majority of cases involving children," said Cedar Falls Investigator Brooke Helgeson. The Allen Child Protection Center provides assistance for children or dependent adults who may be victims of abuse, or have witnessed a violent crime. Cedar Falls Public Safety is partnering with Riverview Center and UnityPoint Health – Allen Child Protection Center (ACPC) to increase education and encourage public discussion during Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, recognized nationally every April.īoth organizations work together with Public Safety year-round to offer vital support to the community.
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