Copper Hills Family Advocacy Center
COPPER HILLS FAMILY ADVOCACY CENTER
FIRST STEP TO A MORE HOPEFUL TOMORROW
Mission Statement
The mission of the Copper Hills Family Advocacy Center is to reduce the trauma to children, teens, and adults during the multi-agency response to serious crimes such as child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The Copper Hills Family Advocacy Center provides an accessible, safe place for investigation, education, and advocacy.
About Us
The Copper Hills Family Advocacy Center opened in May 2021.
We make it possible for services to happen in town, instead of having to travel long distances. We serve Gila County and all surrounding communiites.
By appointment only.
Contact Us
(928) 351-5009
Director of Services, Shelley Soroka-Spence, MA, LPC
(928) 242-5994
Staff will return after-hours calls, but the phone number is not equipped for emergency matters.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: CALL 9-1-1
How We Can Help
- Education and Outreach - Our Family Advocacy Center can provide education and tools to schools, agencies, and the community in efforts to recognize and reduce violence and abuse.
- Forensic Interviews - Our Center provides forensic interviews for children, teens, and vulnerable adults. The forensic interview is conducted by a specially trained professional for the purpose of gathering information about something the individual may have experienced or witnessed.
- Advocacy - Advocates are available to assist individuals and families. Some areas advocates can assist are emotional support and resource and referral information. Advocates can also provide information about trauma related topics, coping skills/resiliency, and the legal process.
- Health Services - Forensic medical exams are provided to children, teens, and adults by a specially trained medical provider.
How You Can Help
- Become Informed - Become informed about child abuse prevention, child maltreatment, and mandatory reporting.
- Sponsor - Sponsor a fundraiser with our center as the beneficiary.
- Volunteer - Volunteer your time to help the Family Advocacy Center and the individuals we serve.
- Donate - Donate emergency items such as: diapers, snacks, comfort items, toys, and unused underwear or clothing.
Please reach out for more information.