Martin House hires forensic interviewer.
The Martin House Child Advocacy Center named Brenley Balestros as a child and family lawyer and as a forensic interviewer.
Child and family advocates assist victims in the investigation and prosecution of child abuse, according to Martin House.
Ballesteros is responsible for connecting vulnerable caregivers to a broader support system, educating families about the justice system, and helping caregivers build safe and stable homes.
As a forensic interviewer, Servantes conducts age-appropriate and age-appropriate interviews with children who have been sexually abused and / or abused by crime or, as requested by law enforcement, child protection services or the attorney general, Martin House said.
In December, Balestros graduated with a bachelor’s degree in pediatrics from Abil Christian University.
“It is important to understand that there is no society that needs to be supported by everyone in their suffering and situation. That is what I am trying to change. ” “I want everyone who comes to the Martin House CAC to know that they are valued, that their stories are important, and that there are people who care about them.”
In May, Servantes, a native of Kilgor, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in forensic science from the University of Baylor.
“I realize how influential this position is, especially considering the seriousness of the child’s worldview,” said Servantes. “I want to make sure that all the children in the Martin House CAC have a voice. It’s important for me to make sure everyone feels right, and I can’t think of a better place to start than where I call home.
Founded in 2009, the Martin House Children’s Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization focused on children under the age of 18 who are suspected of being victims of sexual or physical abuse or witnesses of violent crime.
The center serves the districts of Greg, Harrison and Marion.
Each year, more than 600 children receive forensic interviews at the Martin House offices in Longwow and Marshall.
Go to www.themartinhousecac.org for information.
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