Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center

Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center We provide Forensic Interviews, Counseling, and Advocacy services.

We are a non-profit organization, a Child Advocacy Center, that coordinates the investigation, treatment, & prosecution of child abuse cases in Calhoun & Cleburne Counties in Alabama.

A huge thank you to Angel Cakes Creamery & Diner for allowing the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center to place a donation...
06/13/2026

A huge thank you to Angel Cakes Creamery & Diner for allowing the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center to place a donation box at their restaurant in support of our Tools for School Drive! 📚🎒✏️

We are incredibly grateful for the generosity Angel Cakes has shown our organization and for their continued commitment to helping children and families in Calhoun and Cleburne Counties.

If you’re looking for a great meal, a sweet treat, or some delicious ice cream, be sure to stop by Angel Cakes! While you’re there, consider dropping a donation into our school supply donation box to help local children start the upcoming school year with the tools they need to succeed.

Thank you, Angel Cakes, for being such a wonderful community partner and for helping us make a difference in the lives of the children we serve! 💙

📚✏️ Don’t forget about our Tools for School Drive! 🎒Help us ensure local students start the school year with the supplie...
06/12/2026

📚✏️ Don’t forget about our Tools for School Drive! 🎒

Help us ensure local students start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed!

We are still accepting (new or gently used):
🎒 Backpacks
📓 Notebooks
📄 Loose-leaf paper
📁 Folders & binders
✏️ Erasers & rulers
📝 Index cards & calculators
…and other general K–12 school supplies!

📅 Donation deadline has been extended to: Friday, July 31, 2026

📍 Drop off donations:
Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center
2100 Leighton Avenue
Anniston, AL 36207

🕒 Office Hours:
• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Donations may also be placed in our convenient porch drop-off donation box after hours.

🎉 Donation boxes are now available at First Bank of Alabama’s Jacksonville, Anniston, Oxford, Heflin, and Ranburne branches, with more community locations coming soon!

🎈 Join Us for Our Tools for School Kickoff Event!

📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Bring the whole family for school supplies, hot dogs, refreshments, fun activities, and child abuse prevention education as we celebrate the new school year!

🙋 Volunteers Needed!
We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success. If you’re interested, please contact Morgan Schaffer at 256-238-0902 or [email protected].

💙 Every donation helps equip local children for a successful school year.

Please like, share, and help us spread the word!

Before abuse can be stopped, it must be reported.At the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center, we believe protecting childr...
06/05/2026

Before abuse can be stopped, it must be reported.

At the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center, we believe protecting children is a shared responsibility. In Alabama, certain professionals are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect, but anyone can make a report when they have concerns for a child’s safety.

• Who Must Report?
Learn which professionals are mandated reporters under Alabama law.

• When Should a Report Be Made?
When there is reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect.

• How Do You Report?
Know the steps to help connect children and families with support and protection.

• Why It Matters
Reporting concerns can be the first step in keeping a child safe.

Swipe through our flyer to learn more about mandated reporting in Alabama and how you can help protect children in our community. This flyer can be dispersed, printed, and shared to help guide helping professionals, child-serving professionals, and those interested in the fields! 💙

06/05/2026

Every child deserves a safe and protected childhood.

Join the National Children's Advocacy Center on June 11 from Noon–2:30 PM for a FREE online Stewards of Children® training.

This evidence-based program teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, coach, volunteer, or community member, this training provides practical tools to help protect children.

📅 June 11
🕛 Noon–2:30 PM
💻 Online
🎟️ Free and open to residents of Alabama

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/NCAC_SOCJune11

This training is made possible by the Alabama Department of Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention (Children's Trust Fund of Alabama).

We were honored to welcome Katherine Robertson, Chief Counsel for the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, to the Calhoun ...
06/03/2026

We were honored to welcome Katherine Robertson, Chief Counsel for the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, to the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center for a facility tour and discussion about the important work being done to protect Alabama’s children earlier today.

The Alabama Attorney General’s Office serves as the state’s chief legal and law enforcement office, providing legal counsel to state agencies, prosecuting major crimes, defending state laws, and leading efforts to combat crimes that impact vulnerable populations. Their commitment to protecting children and pursuing justice is evident through their work across our state.

Our staff have benefited greatly from specialized trainings provided by members of the Attorney General’s Office on topics such as child abuse, child sexual exploitation, human trafficking, child po*******hy investigations, and other issues affecting the safety and well-being of youth. These trainings have strengthened our ability to serve children and families while enhancing multidisciplinary collaboration throughout the child protection system.

During her visit, Katherine toured our facility, learned more about our services and mission, and engaged in meaningful conversations about the challenges and trends impacting youth in our communities. We appreciated the opportunity to share the work of our Child Advocacy Center, discuss the needs of the children and families we serve, and highlight the importance of continued advocacy at both the local and state levels.

The Attorney General’s Office is not only an invaluable partner and resource for professionals working in child protection—it is also a critical source of support for children and families seeking justice and healing. We are grateful for Katherine’s time, leadership, and dedication to protecting Alabama’s youth and look forward to continued collaboration in our shared mission of serving and advocating for children.

Thank you, Katherine, for visiting our center and for your commitment to making a difference in the lives of Alabama’s children and families. 💙

The Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. We ...
05/24/2026

The Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. We are grateful for their courage and service. 🇺🇸💙

Check out these pictures from this year’s Candlelight Vigil that we cohosted with CASA of the Cheaha Region. We are so a...
05/18/2026

Check out these pictures from this year’s Candlelight Vigil that we cohosted with CASA of the Cheaha Region. We are so appreciative of the community’s support, and we will continue to stand strong in our mission to reduce trauma that children and families experience as a result of child abuse and the investigative process. Thank you, all, for all your support, donations, and opportunities to provide education on who we are, what we do, and prevention education on child abuse. 💙

A huge thank you to our local First Bank of Alabama branches (Jacksonville and Anniston) for their generous support of t...
05/14/2026

A huge thank you to our local First Bank of Alabama branches (Jacksonville and Anniston) for their generous support of the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center (CAC)! Our local branches have continually shown their support for our agency and work, and we are so appreciative! 💙

We are so grateful for the donation of these adorable stuffed animals that will help bring comfort, reassurance, and smiles to the children we serve during difficult times. Small acts of kindness can make a big impact in helping a child feel safe and supported.

We also appreciated the opportunity to welcome representatives from the Jacksonville and Anniston First Bank of Alabama branches for a tour of our facility to learn more about our mission, services, and the work we do each day to support children and families throughout Calhoun and Cleburne Counties. Thank you for taking the time to invest in and learn about child advocacy in our community, and we look forward to collaborating with you all on future events! 🧸✨

🎉💙 HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY, MARNISHA! 💙🎉Today, the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center is celebrating an incredibly sp...
05/13/2026

🎉💙 HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY, MARNISHA! 💙🎉

Today, the Calhoun Cleburne Children’s Center is celebrating an incredibly special milestone — our Case Manager/Family Advocate/Forensic Interviewer, Marnisha Cook, reaching her ONE YEAR work anniversary with our CAC! 🥳👏

✨ Join us in wishing Marnisha a very happy work anniversary and thanking her for the compassion, dedication, and support she brings to children and families every single day. ✨

🧸 Serving Children & Families
Marnisha serves vital roles in the direct services we provide to children and their families through:
• Conducting forensic interviews
• Providing case coordination and family advocacy
• Facilitating multidisciplinary team collaboration
• Attending legal proceedings alongside children and families
• Connecting families with resources, support, and assistance throughout the investigative and healing process

Her calm presence, empathy, and commitment help children and caregivers feel supported during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. 💙

🫶 Favorite Part of the Job
Marnisha’s favorite part of the job is knowing that the work she engages in actually matters and makes a difference. Even on the hard days, being able to advocate for children and support families during difficult times makes it all worth it. Marnisha says that she loves being part of a team that’s focused on protection, healing, and justice while helping make the process a little less scary for kids and their families.

🎓 Education & Expertise
Marnisha brings extensive knowledge and experience to our team with a background in medical care, a Master’s Degree in Forensic Psychology, and continued pursuit of a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Her passion for learning and professional growth continually strengthens the services we are able to provide to our community. 👏📚

🌟 A Valued Team Member
Over the past year, we have watched Marnisha thrive in her role and grow into an incredible asset to our CAC, multidisciplinary team, and the families we serve. She is a dependable team-player who consistently shows compassion, professionalism, and dedication in all that she does. 🤝💫 We are so grateful for her hard work, expertise, and unwavering support for children and families across Calhoun and Cleburne Counties.

🎉 Congratulations, Marnisha!
Thank you for everything you do for our center and our community. We are proud to have you as part of our CAC family, and we cannot wait to see all that your future holds! 💙✨

Drop a ❤️ or congratulatory message below to help us celebrate Marnisha’s one-year anniversary! 👏🎊

Address

2100 Leighton Avenue
Anniston, AL
36207

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+12562380902

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