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William W. Barnes Children's Advocacy Center

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Serving Rogers, Mayes and Craig counties, our mission is to reduce the trauma of child abuse. Child abuse hurts. Child abuse victims need our support.

It hurts the child, the family, and our community. The mission of the William W. Barnes Children's Advocacy Center is to reduce the trauma of child abuse by providing a safe, child-friendly place where a team of professionals can gather evidence to aid in the investigation and prosecution of child abuse cases. We also support the child and non-offending parent(s) with mental health treatment for the child and crisis intervention for the parents. The Center is a non-profit organization serving Rogers, Mayes and Craig County families and is comprised of those entities concerned with the well-being and protection of our children. Our Center provides services at no cost to any family referred by Child Welfare (DHS) or Law Enforcement in Rogers, Mayes, and Craig Counties. In response to the problem of child abuse, the Center supports a team approach to the investigation, prosecution, and treatment of child abuse. In 2016, the CAC provided services to 357 children through a forensic interview, medical evaluation, mental health treatment, or a combination of these services. We also served 246 families in 2016.

11/02/2026

💙 MEET THE TEAM MONDAY! 💙

This week, we’re introducing Jackie Wallace, our Family Advocate and MDT Coordinator at the William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center!

With more than 11 years of experience working alongside law enforcement and victim advocacy agencies, Jackie brings a passion for helping others, a strong background in investigations, and a heart for supporting individuals and families through some of life’s most difficult moments.

From providing crisis support and connecting families with resources to coordinating our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), Jackie works to ensure children and families feel heard, supported, informed, and empowered.

Jackie is ChildFirst Forensic Interviewing certified and Crisis Intervention Trained, bringing a trauma-informed approach to advocacy and community collaboration.

When she’s not advocating for children and families, you can usually find Jackie enjoying life on her farm, spending time with her animals, and embracing all the love, laughter, and occasional chaos that comes with farm life! 🐮🐾

We’re grateful for the compassion, dedication, and energy Jackie brings to our CAC family! 💙

10/29/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Should Be Spooky… NOT Unsafe!

Before your little ghosts, goblins, and superheroes head out for a night of trick-or-treating, let’s talk SAFETY! 🦸🏻‍♀️

Here are 5 important Halloween safety reminders to share with your kids:

👨‍👩‍👧 1. Stick Together! Always stay with a trusted adult or group. Never wander off alone!

🚫 2. Never Enter a Stranger’s Home or Vehicle! Even if they offer candy, a ride, or help.

🗣️ 3. Trust Your Gut! If something feels wrong, say NO, get away, and tell a trusted adult. Being safe is more important than being polite!

🚦 4. Be Seen & Stay Alert! Use flashlights, wear reflective gear, and watch for traffic.

🍬 5. Check That Candy! Have a trusted adult inspect treats before eating.

🧡 A Reminder From William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center:

Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy. It’s also a great opportunity to teach children about personal boundaries, trusting their instincts, and speaking up when something doesn’t feel right.

🐾🚔 A Special THANK YOU!

We want to give a HUGE shoutout to Rogers County Sheriff’s Office Deputy John Haning and his K9 partner, Rosco, for taking time out of their busy schedules to join us and to put together this special Halloween safety video!
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We appreciate their willingness to partner with us to educate families, share important safety reminders, and help keep the children in our community safe.

And of course, an extra round of a-paws for Rosco! 🐾💙

🎃 Stay safe, have fun, and have a SPOOKTACULAR Halloween! 👻

10/28/2026

🧸 WISHLIST WEDNESDAY! 💙

This week, we’re collecting comfort items for the children we serve at the William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center. 💙

We are always in need of:
🧸 NEW stuffed animals
🛏️ NEW blankets

These simple items can provide comfort, security, and a little bit of peace during a difficult time. Every donation makes a difference!
Want to help? Message us or drop off your donation at the Center. Thank you for helping us make sure every child feels safe, supported, and cared for. ❤️

10/27/2026

👻 BOO! You know what REALLY haunts us at the Children’s Advocacy Center? 🎃

And no, it’s not ghosts, goblins, or things that go bump in the night! 👀

As professionals working in child abuse prevention, there are a few things that send chills down our spines… and they have nothing to do with Halloween! 👻

🎃 Teaching obedience over boundaries: Teach children that it’s okay to say NO, even to adults, when something makes them uncomfortable.

👻 Avoiding uncomfortable conversations: Talk openly with your children about body safety, consent, and personal boundaries. Age-appropriate conversations are powerful tools for prevention!

🕸️ Oversharing on social media: Think twice before sharing personal details, locations, school information, or photos that could compromise your child’s privacy and safety.

🦇 Believing “it can’t happen here”: Child abuse can happen in any family, neighborhood, or community. Awareness and prevention matter everywhere.

🍬 Forcing hugs or affection: Children should never feel obligated to hug, kiss, or show physical affection to anyone. Let them decide how they express affection!

💀 Staying silent because it’s uncomfortable: If something doesn’t seem right, speak up. Listen to children, take concerns seriously, and report suspected abuse. You don’t have to have proof to make a report.

✨ The scariest thing isn’t talking about child abuse. It’s allowing silence to put children at risk.

This Halloween, we’re having a little fun while sharing a VERY important message: Protecting children starts with everyday conversations, healthy boundaries, and adults who are willing to speak up. 🧡

👻 Help us scare away these harmful habits by sharing this post!

10/26/2026

💙 MEET THE TEAM MONDAY! 💙

This Monday, we’re excited to introduce you to Annie, one of our interns. Annie is an upcoming graduate and aspiring advocate for children and families! 💕

Originally from Pittsburg, Kansas, Annie moved to Claremore in 2023 and enrolled at Rogers State University in 2024 to finish her degree. She is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Community Counseling with a minor in Psychology and is set to graduate this December! 🎓✨

Annie’s passion for helping others has been shaped by her own experiences, including working on the frontlines of COVID-19 as a medical assistant and phlebotomist. During that time, she witnessed firsthand how challenging situations can bring out a lack of empathy and compassion for others. Those experiences helped strengthen her desire to be part of the change she wanted to see by making sure people feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness, especially during some of their most vulnerable moments.

Her interest in counseling and advocacy has continued to grow throughout her education and experiences. She hopes to build a career where she can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and individuals who need support. She is especially passionate about helping children and creating spaces where they feel safe, understood, and valued. 🩵

When she’s not busy with school, Annie enjoys spending time with her spouse and their two dogs, getting creative with arts and crafts, and enjoying the outdoors. She has a creative, free-spirited side and loves finding little ways to make things special!

As Annie prepares to graduate this December, she is excited to begin the next chapter and turn her passion for helping others into a career that truly matters. She hopes to continue learning, growing, and finding ways to make a positive impact in her community, one person at a time. ✨

We’re excited to see where her passion for compassion, advocacy, and helping others takes her! 💜

Also, huge THANK YOU to Annie, Patti Day and Christy Tripp for donating comfort items that are provided to every child who comes through our center for a forensic interview. 🩷

10/23/2026

💛25 YEARS OF HOPE. 25 YEARS OF HEALING. $25 TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

For 25 years, the William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center has been a place of hope, healing, and support for children and families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

🎉 In celebration of our 25th anniversary, we’re inviting our community to join our $25 for 25 Years campaign!

Our goal is simple: Find community members willing to give just $25 a month to help us continue making a difference in the lives of children.

🧡 What does your $25 help provide?

🧸 Comfort when it’s needed most. Stuffed animals and cozy blankets help bring a little comfort and reassurance to every child who walks through our doors.

🥨 A little something to eat. Snacks and drinks for children and their families while visiting our center.

⛽ A helping hand. Gas cards for families who may be struggling financially or traveling to access services.

🎨 A safe, welcoming environment. Child-friendly activities, art supplies, and other items that help children feel more comfortable during their visit.

🫶🏼 Hope and support. Resources and essential items that help us meet the needs of children and families in our community.

For many of us, $25 might mean a couple of coffees, a lunch out, or a small purchase. But for a child walking through our doors, your generosity can help make a difficult day a little less scary.

We serve children and families throughout Rogers, Craig, and Mayes Counties, and we couldn’t do what we do without the support of our community.

✨ 25 years of serving children. $25 a month. Countless opportunities to make a difference. ✨

Will you join us in making the next 25 years just as meaningful?

💙 Become a monthly supporter today!

🔗 https://www.cacclaremore.org/

Can’t commit to $25 a month? A one-time donation of any amount is always appreciated! Every dollar makes a difference.

Please share this post and help us find 25, 50, or even 100 community members willing to give $25 a month!

10/21/2026

💜 Before you judge a child's behavior, consider the battles they may be facing that you cannot see.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and while much of the conversation focuses on adult victims, we cannot forget about the children growing up in homes where domestic violence occurs.

For these children, the effects don't simply disappear when they walk out their front door. They carry them into their classrooms, their friendships, and their everyday lives.

💜 The child who struggles to stay awake in class may have spent the night listening to arguments.

💜 The child who acts out may be struggling to process fear, anger, or emotions they don't yet understand.

💜 The child who withdraws from classmates may have difficulty trusting others or forming healthy relationships.

💜 The child who frequently complains of headaches or stomachaches may be experiencing the physical effects of chronic stress.

Not every child experiencing domestic violence will show obvious signs. And not every behavioral challenge is a sign of trauma. But every child deserves compassion and understanding.

Children don't always have the vocabulary to explain what they're experiencing. Sometimes, their behavior communicates what their words cannot.

As adults, educators, caregivers, and community members, we have a responsibility to look beyond the behavior and recognize that there may be more to the story.

Instead of asking, "What's wrong with this child?" we should consider, "What might this child be going through?"

At the William W. Barnes Children's Advocacy Center, we see firsthand the importance of providing children with a safe environment where they feel heard, believed, and supported.

💜 One safe, caring adult can make a meaningful difference in a child's life.

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we encourage you to lead with patience, respond with compassion, and remember that some of the heaviest burdens are carried by the smallest shoulders.

Every child deserves a childhood free from fear. 💜

10/19/2026

💙 MEET THE TEAM MONDAY! 💙

This Monday, we’re excited to introduce you to Pennah Tiger, Forensic Interviewer at the William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center!

Pennah brings years of experience in education, child welfare, and forensic interviewing, along with an incredible passion for advocating for vulnerable children.

🎓 A graduate of Northeastern State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Pennah began her career teaching Pre-K at Wainwright Public Schools. Her passion for helping children eventually led her to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services in Tulsa County, where she investigated allegations of child abuse and neglect. She later became the lead worker in a specialized unit responsible for investigating some of the most serious and complex child maltreatment cases.

In 2020, Pennah transitioned into the Children’s Advocacy Center field, serving as a Forensic Interviewer in Tulsa before bringing her expertise to our center in Claremore.

💙 Today, Pennah serves as our center’s only Forensic Interviewer, carrying the tremendous responsibility of conducting forensic interviews for children across Craig, Mayes, and Rogers Counties.

Using a trauma-informed, child-centered approach, Pennah creates a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment where children can share their experiences in their own words, at their own pace, without pressure or suggestion. Her specialized training allows her to gather important information while prioritizing each child’s emotional well-being and minimizing additional trauma.

Behind every forensic interview is a child who deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported. Pennah approaches that responsibility with compassion, patience, and an unwavering commitment to the children we serve.

🗣️ Help us show Pennah some love in the comments! We’re incredibly grateful for the dedication, expertise, and heart she brings to our center every single day!

10/16/2026

What is a Children's Advocacy Center? 💙

For many people, a Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) is something they've never heard of—until the day they need one.

At the William W. Barnes Children's Advocacy Center, our mission is to reduce trauma to child abuse victims by coordinating a professional, multidisciplinary approach that provides assessment, treatment, and education in a safe, child-friendly environment.

We proudly serve children and families throughout Rogers, Craig, and Mayes Counties, providing a place where children are heard, families are supported, and healing can begin.

🎥 Watch our video to learn more about what a Children's Advocacy Center is and the important role we play in our communities.

🧸 Sometimes, the smallest things make the biggest difference.

A stuffed animal to hold during a difficult moment. A soft blanket that provides a sense of security. A snack or drink that brings a little comfort during an overwhelming day.

These are just a few of the items your donations help us provide to the children and families who walk through our doors.

Because while we may not be able to change what happened to a child, we can help change what happens next. 💙

✨ Help us continue making a difference.

Donate today: https://www.cacclaremore.org/donate

10/15/2026

💙 Yesterday, we welcomed Rogers County Leadership to the William W. Barnes Children’s Advocacy Center! We enjoyed giving them a tour and sharing how we serve children and families in our community. Thank you for taking the time to learn about our mission!

Address

213 E. Patti Page Boulevard
Claremore, OK
74017

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19182832800

Website

http://cacclaremore.org/

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