Unexpected Benefit of Working Remotely By Susan B. Hansell, State Chapter Director at Maryland Children’s Alliance Like everyone else I know, I’ve been physically isolated from work colleagues since March, when our offices closed and we began working remotely in response to the Covid pandemic. At first, it

Maryland’s First Electronic Storage Detection Dog                       The Harford County Sheriff’s Office’s has introduced its newest law enforcement canine, K-9 Sata, a certified electronic storage detection (ESD) dog; the first ESD canine in Maryland!  ESD K-9s are

Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services and the Maryland Department of Human Services Joins Maryland Children’s Alliance to Release Public Service Announcement to Increase Awareness of Child Abuse, Resources During COVID-19 Pandemic Encourages Community Members to Stay Connected; Report Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect

Maryland Children’s Alliance greatly appreciate the Governor’s support for defining the work of the CACs as mission critical.  This effort led to the acquisition of some very hard to get Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) via Maryland’s Department of Health. We are also very grateful for Lt. Erika

This year the CRICKET Center is planting many pinwheel gardens throughout the county, including this one at the Lion’s Club (which provide support for the CAC on a regular basis).  As Director, Wendy Myers, says, “It won’t be the same as the huge one in the sand

In this 2019 photo, the Frederick County team celebrates Wear Blue Day. The Child Advocacy Center of Frederick County has focused their Child Abuse Prevention activities on using social media to connect with families in the community, providing resources and other helpful information.  Please check out their

The Somerset County CAC planted their annual Pinwheel Garden in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month.  While few people attended the ceremony, many more will see it as they drive past. Share

Manny, the Baltimore Child Abuse Center’s facility dog. says thank you to the BCAC Medical Clinic staff and all Healthcare staff working hard every day to keep everyone safe. Share

  Families Facing Isolation: Coronavirus’ Impact on Child Abuse The fact is, school and work closures remove a critical form of respite for child abuse and intimate partner victims.  MCA is keenly aware of how difficult your work life has been lately, trying to find workarounds for interviewing