Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre
St. Clair College, Centre for Applied Health Sciences, 2000 Talbot Road West, Suite #3304, Mailbox #12 N9A 6S4 Windsor, ON, Canada

These signs are not always obvious. In an emergency, contact 911. If you suspect abuse: https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/ To contact #WECYAC community partners: https://www.wecyac.ca/i-need-help/

New year, new look! Subscribe at www.wecyac.ca to gain access to Issue 5 of WECYAC's Quarterly Newsletter.

Learn more about the Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre at www.wecyac.ca... We believe "Kids should ONLY have to tell their story ONCE!"

Thank you to Tim Hortons at 5775 Malden Road in Town of LaSalle for your continued support, providing vulnerable children in our community with items to begin their healing. We appreciate you!

Son of a nutcracker! If you haven't heard yet, we've had to re-imagine the holidays at Tecumseh Mall, courtesy of 2020. Since Santa is safeguarding himself so t...hat he’ll be able to deliver all the presents on his big day, we will not be having the traditional Santa’s arrival and photos this year in order to keep everyone safe. However we’ve come up with a FUN, NEW, AND SAFE WAY to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to all, and at the same time, support a great charity in need. Come visit our WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH & VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE, done through Shutterbug Photography to support Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre during the holidays. WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH: Take selfies and enjoy a quick stroll to see giant teddy bears and human size nutcrackers. See lit up reindeers, snowmen, beautifully dressed holiday trees, and more. VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE (Shutterbug Photo Booth): Take a holiday photo memory like never before with different themed backgrounds featured every week. November 28th & 29th: Theme - "Dear Santa, we can explain..." December 5th & 6th: Theme - Holiday Snow globe Entrapment December 12th & 13th: Theme - I'm on the nice list Santa! December 19th & 20th: Theme - TBA (The most popular theme of the previous weekends will be featured again in this last weekend) So, make sure you come every week for a new holiday photo memory! ALL PROCEEDS IN SUPPORT OF WINDSOR ESSEX CHILD YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE. Head to www.tecumsehmall.com for more details. #TecumsehMall #WinterWonderland #WalkThrough #Virtual #Photo #Holiday #Santa #experience #yqg

Thanks Department of Justice Canada for shouting out the work that CYAC's do to ensure collaborative support through a single point of contact (Advocate) for child/youth victims in today's virtual event for Victims and Survivors of Crime Week! Kids should only have to tell their story once!

Children who suffer abuse may go unnoticed while Canadians continue to spend more time at home during the global pandemic. For those children at risk, home is n...ot always a safe place. As a community, we all have a role in protecting children. Don't wait. If you are worried about a child, reach out. Visit snowflakeplace.ca to learn more. Video with support from FRANK Digital #KidsCantWait #childabuseawareness #protectkids #childadvocacycentre #canada

Thank you to Unifor Local 240 for their generous donation of stuffed animals, journals, and toys to be provided to children/youth as a means to begin the healing process, following a forensic interview at WECYAC. We appreciate you!

Son of a nutcracker! We've had to re-imagine the holidays at Tecumseh Mall, courtesy of 2020. Since Santa is safeguarding himself so that he’ll be able to deliv...er all the presents on his big day, we will not be having the traditional Santa’s arrival and photos this year in order to keep everyone safe. However we’ve come up with a FUN, NEW, AND SAFE WAY to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to all, and at the same time, support a great charity in need. Come visit our WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH & VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE, done through @Shutterbugbooth to support @windsoressexchildyouthadvocacycentre during the holidays. Located next to Ardene, across from Wow Mobile Boutique Kiosk. WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH: Take selfies and enjoy a quick stroll to see giant teddy bears and human size nutcrackers. See lit up reindeers, snowmen, beautifully dressed holiday trees, and more. VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE (Shutterbug Photo Booth): Take a holiday photo memory like never before with different themed backgrounds featured every week. November 28th & 29th: Theme - "Dear Santa, we can explain..." December 5th & 6th: Theme - Holiday Snow globe Entrapment December 12th & 13th: Theme - I'm on the nice list Santa! December 19th & 20th: Theme - TBA (The most popular theme of the previous weekends will be featured again in this last weekend) So, make sure you come every week for a new holiday photo memory! ALL PROCEEDS IN SUPPORT OF WINDSOR ESSEX CHILD YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE. Head to buff.ly/2PHWKfD for more details. #TecumsehMall #WinterWonderland #WalkThrough #Virtual #Photo #Holiday #Santa #experience #yqg

Ladies New To You Sale will be held at Riverside Sportsmen Club on October 25th in support of WECYAC ~ see poster for details! #YQG

Since Santa is safeguarding himself so that he’ll be able to deliver all the presents on his big day, they will not be having the traditional Santa’s arrival and photos this year in order to keep everyone safe. However they’ve come up with a FUN, NEW, AND SAFE WAY to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to all, and at the same time, support WECYAC. Come visit their WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH & VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE, done through Shutterbug Photo Booth, during the holida...ys. WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH: Take selfies and enjoy a quick stroll to see giant teddy bears and human size nutcrackers. See lit up reindeers, snowmen, beautifully dressed holiday trees, and more. VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE (Shutterbug Photo Booth): Take a holiday photo memory like never before with different themed backgrounds featured every week. November 28th & 29th: Theme - "Dear Santa, we can explain..." December 5th & 6th: Theme - Holiday Snow globe Entrapment December 12th & 13th: Theme - I'm on the nice list Santa! December 19th & 20th: Theme - TBA (The most popular theme of the previous weekends will be featured again in this last weekend) So, make sure you come every week for a new holiday photo memory!

WECYAC is here to help Windsor Essex children/youth and their families. WECYAC dresses purple on October 27th for #DressPurpleDay2020. #IDressPurpleBecause

Thank you to Department of Justice Canada for providing funding to address CYAC's additional needs resulting from the impact of COVID-19, allowing Advocacy Centres to better respond to the needs of children/youth and their families who have endured abuse. https://www.canada.ca//quotes-from-the-cac-initiative-reci

When an investigation is scheduled at WECYAC, an Advocate will connect with the family to normalize expectations for the upcoming interview. Advocates connect children/youth who have endured abuse to therapeutic professionals in our community & provide ongoing support to ensure understanding of the entire process, to help families cope with the impact of child abuse.

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week November 15-21, 2020 Ontario has designated the week beginning on the third Sunday of November as Bullying Awareness a...nd Prevention Week to help promote safe schools and a positive learning environment. During Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week Ontario students, school staff and parents are encouraged to learn more about bullying and its effect on student learning and well-being. LaSalle Police Service CCAO Senior Constable Terry Seguin has prepared a video presentation for our area schools to talk about bullying. https://youtu.be/LGCD0DDDyVg Here is a link to the Ontario Government Website about bullying http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/safeschools/prevention.html

Teach your children: If someone is touching or hurting you and you feel nervous, scared, or have a funny feeling in your tummy... Tell an adult you can trust! For tips on starting the conversation about body safety, body awareness, and body boundaries: Contact WECYAC at 519-995-3974

We're Hiring an Advocate for a Part-Time Contract position! View the full posting at: https://ca.indeed.com//advocate-part-time-contract-7cc3143

WECYAC works alongside our community partners to respond to child/youth abuse in Windsor Essex utilizing a child-centred approach. For more info: https://www.wecyac.ca/i-need-help/ Windsor Police Service LaSalle Police Service Ontario Provincial Police - West Region Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society Sexual Assault Crisis Centre Windsor Regional Hospital

All concerns of child/youth abuse are required to be reported to the Windsor Essex Childrens Aid Society, or to 911 in an emergency. If WECAS and our Police community partners determine that an investigation is necessary, they will refer cases to WECYAC so that the required interviews can occur at the Centre.

WECYAC connect children/youth who have endured abuse to therapeutic professionals in our community. A counsellor can help children/youth and their families through the trauma so the experience is easier to cope with. They can help you to understand the confusing emotions you may be experiencing, so you can enjoy happier lives in the future.

WECYAC is here to help Windsor Essex children/youth and their families. WECYAC's Fundraising Committee dresses purple on Oct 27th for #DressPurpleDay2020. #IDressPurpleBecause

WECYAC brings together the professionals required for an investigation to occur where children/youth can disclose their abuse #OnlyOnce. Historically, kids were interviewed in several locations, by multiple different professionals. WECYAC minimizes the number of times children must tell their story, reducing the trauma of disclosure. Kids should only have to tell their story once!

Check out the new edition of WECYAC's Quarterly Newsletter! Subscribe at www.wecyac.ca to gain access to the 4th edition

When a child discloses abuse, it means that they have identified you as a safe person to talk to. Remain calm. Listen to their story. Write down the information without seeking additional information from the child. Thank the child for sharing. Reassure the child that they will be kept safe. Report immediately.

#WECYAC aims to reduce retraumatization by providing a child-centred, safe space where children/youth can speak to the required professionals about the abuse they have endured.. #OnlyOnce!

If you suspect that a child/youth is a victim of abuse, call Windsor Essex Childrens Aid Society at 519-252-1171 to report concerns. In an emergency, always call 911 https://wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/

We're Hiring an Advocate for a Part-Time Contract position! Posting closes tomorrow, October 7th at 4:30 PM. View the full posting at: https://wecyac.ca/career-opportunities/

If you suspect that a child/youth is a victim of abuse, call Windsor Essex Children's Aid Society at 519-252-1171 to report concerns. In an emergency, always call 911 https://wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/

Not all children tell someone right after they have been abused. Many children wait a long time before disclosing their abuse. It is important to let children know who their Safe Adults are who they can talk to. Young children: may not understand what happened to them was wrong, may not be able to communicate what happened, my feel they already told. School-aged children: may be fearful of getting someone they care about in trouble or getting in trouble themselves, may accidentally disclose. Youth: are more likely to disclose on purpose by talking about the abuse or by asking for help.

Section 125 of the Child, Youth & Family Services Act requires that every person who has reasonable grounds to suspect that a child is being harmed or is at-risk must immediately report the suspicion and information upon which it is based to the Windsor Essex Childrens Aid Society 519-252-1171.

Want to know more about Who We Are & What We Do? Learn more about #WECYAC at www.wecyac.ca Send us a message on social media Call our office at 519-995-3974

When child abuse is suspected or disclosed, adults are legally obligated to report. Contact the Windsor Essex Children's Aid Society at 519-252-1171 to report suspected abuse. In an emergency, always call 911. https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/

How do I know if a child is a victim of abuse? Pay attention to any changes in behaviour or unexplained injuries. These signs are not always obvious. It is important to report any concerns to the Windsor Essex Childrens Aid Society at 519-252-1171 so that it can be investigated appropriately.

We so-often teach our children about stranger danger; however, in most cases the offender is known to the child/youth. Even people we love and trust can hurt us or make us feel uncomfortable. As community members, we must remember that home is not always a safe place.

Keeping our kids safe and healthy during COVID-19 no doubt has been on parent/caregiver minds. Today, Rachel Plowman from RCC gives some advice on how to encourage our kids to follow important safety protocols. https://youtu.be/3zT0d6tdAyM

We're Hiring an Advocate for a Part-Time Contract position! Posting closes October 7th at 4:30 PM. View the full posting at: https://www.wecyac.ca/career-opportunities/

Grooming is a process where offenders prepare a child for abuse. Grooming involves building trust with the child and their caregiver to gain access to the child. It is important to let children know who their Safe Adults are who they can talk to if something makes them feel uncomfortable.

Child abuse is anything that endangers the development or safety of a child. This can be in the form of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, or exposure to family/domestic violence.

Child abuse is a taboo topic that we often do not want to acknowledge is capable of happening to our children. Understanding child abuse and its prevalence in our community helps us better recognize the signs, report concerns, and keep kids safe.

Child abuse is a reality in Windsor Essex. While signs alone won't confirm that a child was abused, they should encourage you to begin asking questions & seek help. If you suspect abuse, call WECAS at 519-252-1171 to report https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/ In an emergency,call 911

Child abuse is a reality in Windsor Essex. While signs alone wont confirm that a child was abused, they should encourage you to begin asking questions & seek help. If you suspect abuse, call WECAS at 519-252-1171 to report https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/ In an emergency,call 911

Subscribe to WECYAC's Quarterly Newsletter at www.wecyac.ca

How should I talk to my child about returning to socially distanced school next week? Julia from our Regional Childrens Centre gives some great tips on how to have this conversation.https://youtu.be/moJZAXAm_uI

Subscribe to WECYACs Quarterly Newsletter at www.wecyac.ca

Who is your child's Safe Adults? Your Safe Adult is someone you can trust who will listen when you tell them things For tips on starting the conversation about body safety, body awareness, and body boundaries: Contact Interim Executive Director Jodi Ouellette at 519-995-4011 #YQG

Who is your childs Safe Adults? Your Safe Adult is someone you can trust who will listen when you tell them things For tips on starting the conversation about body safety, body awareness, and body boundaries: Contact Interim Executive Director Jodi Ouellette at 519-995-4011 #YQG

Mindset is so important. But how do we instill the importance of a positive mindset in our kids? Today, RCC Mental Health Social Worker, Vanessa talks to us on this topic.https://youtu.be/4uhDkP28Bm8

Learn more at www.wecyac.ca

WECYAC brings together the professionals required for an investigation to occur under one roof, providing a child-centred, safe location for children/youth to disclose their abuse to a specially trained team of professionals #OnlyOnce. To view full: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xRJiXs0V6I

WECYAC invites all children/youth to view our online STORYTIME WITH FRONTLINE HEROES - providing complimentary access to stories being read by our community partners/frontline members for your enjoyment. Nate Friedman Read by Brian Johnson, Ontario Provincial Police - West Region. To view: www.wecyac.ca/upcoming-events/

Who doesnt love a good story? Storytelling forges connections among people. Stories convey culture, history and values that unite people. Stories are fun.... We are proud to share and participate in "STORY TIME WITH FRONTLINE HEROES" presented by Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre https://www.wecyac.ca/upcoming-events/

Who doesn't love a good story? Storytelling forges connections among people. Stories convey culture, history and values that unite people. Stories are fun.... We are proud to share and participate in "STORY TIME WITH FRONTLINE HEROES" presented by Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre https://www.wecyac.ca/upcoming-events/

Visit www.wecyac.ca/upcoming-events/ to view WECYAC's online STORYTIME WITH FRONTLINE HEROES to view complimentary access to some fantastic stories being read by frontline members in our community, including WECYAC community partners.

Visit www.wecyac.ca/upcoming-events/ to view WECYACs online STORYTIME WITH FRONTLINE HEROES to view complimentary access to some fantastic stories being read by frontline members in our community, including WECYAC community partners.

WECYAC invites all children/youth to view our online STORYTIME WITH FRONTLINE HEROES. It is our pleasure to provide you with complimentary access of stories being read by our frontline members for your enjoyment. Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept Educate2Empower Publishing read by Dr. Dena Nazer, Childrens Hospital of Michigan. To view: www.wecyac.ca/upcoming-events/

Prior to WECYAC, children/youth were interviewed in several locations around the community, by multiple different professionals. WECYAC minimizes the number of times children/youth must tell their story, reducing the trauma of disclosure... Kids should only have to tell their story ONCE! #OnlyOnce

To access resources regarding cultural competence for servicing diverse populations, go to: https://www.wecyac.ca/resources/ These resources are designed to enhance service providers skill set to better respond to reports of child abuse.

When abuse goes unreported, children/youth are susceptible to being hurt again by the same abuser. If you suspect abuse, act right away by reporting concerns to the Windsor Essex Childrens Aid Society https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/

Call WECYAC at 519-995-3974 for tips on how to recognize child abuse from a distance. If you suspect abuse, call Windsor Essex Childrens Aid Society at 519-252-1171 to report https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/ In an emergency, alwayscall 911.

Teach your children: Who they can they tell if something makes them feel scared, worried, upset, or confused. Who can they trust Who will listen to them Who will believe them For tips on starting the conversation about body safety, body awareness, and body boundaries: Contact Interim Executive Director Jodi Ouellette at 519-995-4011 #YQG