The new Family Advocacy Center in Hastings is providing forensic interviews and case coordination for police and prosecutors who are investigating allegations of child abuse. It also provides emotional support for victims in Adams County.
“The Family Advocacy Network approached the Hastings Foundation to assist in purchasing the iRecord equipment that is used to document the forensic interviews of children. The equipment allows a Forensic Interview Specialist to interview the child in an age appropriate manner in a comfortable room. During the interview the multi-disciplinary team such as law enforcement and child protective services watch the interview. The interview is recorded and taken into evidence by law enforcement. The iRecord equipment is tailored to child advocacy centers and ensure the documentation is secured.”
– Jamie Vetter, Executive Director