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Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County
Welcome to the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County Tennessee, Inc. Using the Child Advocacy Center model, we offer a better way to help children and youth who are victims or witnesses to abuse and other crimes.
Our 5K Love Run on February 28, 2026 was a great success! We are grateful for everyone who contributed to making our event a memorable morning, whether sponsoring, volunteering or participating in the 5K or 1 mile. The children we serve will benefit from the funds raised.
Join Our Next Event:
“Hand in Hand”
To Benefit the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County
Date & Time: to be announced.
Location: Roane State Community College, 701 Briarcliff Avenue
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
The Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County Tennessee will host a 2026 “Hand in Hand” forum for political candidates to talk about what they plan to do for children if elected to office. The event will be held at Roane State College in Oak Ridge, TN.
Each candidate will be allowed to speak for three minutes and are asked to bring a dessert (homemade or store-bought) to be auctioned off. Funds raised will benefit the Child Advocacy Center and the children who receive services there.
The Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County Tennessee Inc. is a nonprofit chartered by the state of Tennessee to serve child abuse victims in Anderson County. The Center works to strengthen families and bring healing and justice for children who have experienced abuse.The community is invited to attend to become informed about each candidate.
HELPING CHILDREN
Want to support the children as they heal and recover? Please donate now!
Training
We believe that the eradication of child abuse begins with building informed, empowered communities with the courage to talk openly about child abuse.
Education
Our programs at offer increased awareness of the prevalence, consequences, and circumstances of child sexual abuse.
Legislative Action
Our team works with our members and partner organizations to advocate for better resources and legislation in our state.
How to Spot Abuse
Know The Warning Signs
Physical & Sexual Abuse
Although legal definitions vary by state, physical abuse is broadly defined as any non-accidental physical act inflicted upon a child by a parent, caregiver, or other person who has responsibility for the child.
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Child Neglect
The failure of a parent, guardian, or other caregiver to provide for a child’s basic needs. This can be in the form of physical, medical, education and emotional neglect.
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Bullying/Dating Violence
There is always a person/people who bully; a person/people who are bullied; and sometimes a person/people who witness the bullying. A person may fit in more than one role.
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How We
Can Help
Has your child been abused, or perhaps the victim or witness to a crime? Are you feeling confused? Scared? Not sure what will happen, or how to get help for your child? The Child Advocacy Center offers a neutral facility, that is safe, secure, and child friendly. Think of us as a one stop shop. A place where a child can receive an interview, get a medical evaluation, and therapy; a place where a victim advocate can help the parent/caregiver with criminal injury compensation and other resource referrals.
Helping the Children!
Help the children of Anderson County heal and recover from the trauma of abuse. More than 5,000 children have been served in the past 15 years! All donations will be used to ensure quality services for the children at our center in Clinton.
The CACACT, INC is a non-profit organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (c) (3). Your donation may be tax deductible. For your benefit and as required by law, we state that the CACACT, INC did not provide any goods or services in consideration, in whole or in part, for this contribution.
Report Child Abuse!
To report suspected child abuse in the State of Tennessee call: 1-877-237-0004.
If you or a family member needs assistance due to abuse, please contact the Child Advocacy Center.
The Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County Tennessee is funded under an agreement with the State of Tennessee and through public and private contributions including the UWAC.