Douglas C.A.R.E.S goes to Washington D.C.!
Jul 11, 2022


Director Sarah Wickersham traveled to the capital in June to attend the National Children’s Alliance Conference along with hundreds of other Child Advocacy Center Directors, Forensic Interviewers, Detectives, and Child Welfare Caseworkers from across the nation to learn about the amazing support provided by NCA to communities like Douglas County.


Sarah was also able to meet with the offices of Representative Peter DeFazio and Senator Jeff Merkley where she told the story of child abuse in Douglas County. We raised awareness around important issues like information sharing, housing resources, addictions, and the truly innovative way we come together as a community to staff cases of child abuse and step in to help the whole family recover from the traumatic events.


08 Jul, 2024
Douglas C.A.R.E.S
05 Jun, 2024
This year, Douglas CARES is celebrating its 30th anniversary! In 1994, we opened our doors with just a handful of employees working out of a few rooms in a little house. Today, we've grown to 25 employees, occupying a 9,000-square-foot building with state-of-the-art interview and recording equipment, a fully functional clinic with a full-time doctor, and a robust mental health department. Who We Are Douglas CARES strives to eradicate child abuse and neglect in Douglas County through effective, compassionate response and prevention, thereby protecting children and uplifting families. Our mission has remained steadfast over the years, focusing on providing support and hope to those who need it most. What We Do We're there to respond to child abuse and neglect in all forms. For our partners in Law Enforcement and Child Welfare, we provide Forensic Interviews and Forensic Medical Exams. We stand by the family throughout the complex and emotional process of a child abuse investigation, offering comprehensive mental health services to aid in their healing journey. Join Us in Celebration The anniversary celebration will take place at Douglas CARES, located at 545 W. Umpqua St. Roseburg, OR 97471, on June 7th from 5pm-7pm. It will be an evening filled with reflection, gratitude, and hope for the future. We will have light refreshments, tours, and an opportunity to connect with fellow advocates and community members. We will be unveiling our updated Mission Statement and our improved website. Your presence at this event would mean a lot to us as we honor the progress we have made over the past three decades and look forward to the continued impact we can make together. Please RSVP to confirm your attendance by clicking here. We kindly request that you let us know of any dietary restrictions or accessibility needs you may have so that we can accommodate them accordingly. Join us in celebrating 30 years of compassion, commitment, and community. Together, we can continue to protect children and uplift families for many more years to come. Attend an Event/Webinar Let's come together to commemorate this milestone and inspire a future where every child is safe and supported. We look forward to seeing you there!
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