Children's Advocacy Center

Man Convicted of Aggravated Child Rape
Man Convicted of Aggravated Child Rape
Man Convicted of Aggravated Child Rape
Up to 20 years in prison for a New Bedford man after he was convicted of aggravated child rape earlier this month — and the Bristol County District Attorney's Office is crediting its new assistance dog, Chief, for helping the victim during forensic interviews.
Raising Awareness
Raising Awareness
Raising Awareness
Local officials agree, it's not something they want to talk about, but something that needs to be talked about. April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month. The City of New Bedford is helping to raise awareness of both dangers...
DA Donation
DA Donation
DA Donation
The Bristol County District Attorney's office has made a substantial financial contribution to the Children's Advocacy Center. At a luncheon last week, Bristol County DA Tom Quinn presented a $20,000 check to the Advocacy Center in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month...
Children's Advocacy Center Seeks More Funding
Children's Advocacy Center Seeks More Funding
Children's Advocacy Center Seeks More Funding
The Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County says it needs more state funding to provide treatment and counseling support for sexually-abused children and their families. Center officials and their supporters met with state lawmakers Friday in Fall River, making a case for additional funding...