Child Advocacy Center of Oswego County

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at the CAC! 🎃 Before the kids head out tonight, here are a few reminders to help keep the fun safe:

👻 Stick together. Younger children should have a trusted adult along. For older kids, make a plan for where they’re going, who they’ll be with, and when they’ll be home.

🔦 Help drivers see you. Bring a flashlight, add something reflective to costumes, and cross streets together at crosswalks.

🏠 Keep trick-or-treating at the doorstep. Remind kids to check with their adult before going into anyone’s home or vehicle.

💙 Let kids set their boundaries. They don’t have to give a hug, pose for a photo, or accept unwanted attention to get a treat.

🗣️ Make sure they know they can tell you anything. If something feels uncomfortable or someone asks them to keep a secret from you, you want to hear about it—and they won’t be in trouble for telling.

Have fun, look out for each other, and save a few good pieces of candy for the grown-ups! 🧡

10/28/2026

Staff and multidisciplinary team (MDT) partners from the Child Advocacy Center of Oswego County attended the New York State Children’s Alliance (NYSCA) 2026 Leadership Conference, joining CAC professionals and MDT members from across New York State to learn, connect, and collaborate.

We are so grateful to NYSCA for bringing this statewide network together and reminding us that we are stronger together.

10/28/2026

Each year in the United States, thousands of babies die suddenly and unexpectedly due to sleep-related factors.

In honor of SIDS Awareness Month, we invite you to join us in raising awareness about the importance of infant safe sleep- because every baby deserves a tomorrow.

So, here's a review:

1. Alone- Babies are safest when they sleep alone in a crib right from the start. Sharing a sleeping space with an infant increases the risk of the infant becoming entrapped in bedding or smothered during the shifting that may occur during sleep.

2. Back – Babies should be placed on their backs in a safe crib. Stomach and side sleeping for infants increases the risk of choking, rebreathing exhaled carbon dioxide, and overheating.

3. Crib – Babies should be placed in a safe crib that is free of soft objects or loose bedding that could entrap or smother a baby. Infants should not be put to sleep on waterbeds, sofas, chairs, baby seats, car seats, or other unstable surfaces. Infants may suffocate if they become wedged between the cushions of a sofa, caught in the bed frame, or caught between the frame and the mattress or wall.

4. Smoke-Free Home- Smoking before or after the birth of your baby and/or allowing others to smoke around your baby increases the risk of SIDS. If you must smoke, do it away from your baby and change your clothing before handling your baby again.

Caring for a new baby can be both rewarding and exhausting. If you're feeling overwhelmed or need support, you're not alone. Reach out to your child's pediatrician to learn about local resources and support services that can help you and your family.

Together, we can secure more tomorrows for the babies in our community.
https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/
https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022?autologincheck=redirected

10/27/2026

‼️2 WEEKS AWAY‼️
Just a friendly reminder that Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 we will be having our Dine to Donate night at GS Steamers from 4pm-9pm! Your dinner plans can make a difference! We hope to see you there! 💙

‼️Save the Date‼️
On Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 — the Child Advocacy Center of Oswego County is proudly partnering with GS Steamers Bar & Grill for a Dine to Donate initiative! That evening from 4pm-9pm, 10% of all food sales will be donated back to the CAC! We are so grateful to have Steamers’ support and hope you come out and enjoy a nice meal on 11/10/26. When you dine for a cause, no amount of food ordered is ever too much! 😉💙

10/26/2026

Weren’t able to snag a t-shirt from April’s CAC Lip Sync Battle? Well, then we have great news for you! We have a limited supply of t-shirts leftover and are selling them for a reduced price of $5 to anyone who is interested. Sizes range from S-2XL. Email Abbey, [email protected], with sizes and quantity you would like to order, and we can get you rocking your very comfortable and very cool tees in no time! Be sure to save the date for our 2027 Lip Sync Event Saturday April 3, 2027! More details to come. 🎤🎶💙

10/23/2026

Yesterday, CAC Executive Director Tory DeCaire joined other local professionals at Oswego Middle School’s Career Day to connect with seventh and eighth graders about their futures. He explored career opportunities at the CAC, nonprofit leadership in general, and his previous career in law enforcement as Oswego’s Chief of Police.

Sharing his own journey through the Oswego City School District, SUNY Oswego, and the FBI National Academy, Tory highlighted the education and experiences that helped shape his path to serving our community.

Thank you, Oswego Middle School, for the opportunity!

10/22/2026

Last Thursday, members of the Oswego County Multidisciplinary Team proudly wore purple in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

Together, we stand with survivors, honor their strength, and reaffirm our commitment to breaking the cycle of violence.

10/22/2026

The CAC would like to extend a HUGE thank you to the brothers of Delta Kappa Kappa (SUNY Oswego) who came and spent this past Saturday morning beautifying our office and grounds!! We have been partnered with their initiative “For the Kids” for quite some time and always appreciate the time and support they give to our organization. All in all, it was quite a successful morning from hauling out filing cabinets to pulling weeds — no task too big or small for our DKK crew! Great job guys!! (P.S if you like the Lip Sync tees some of the guys are sporting — we have news on how you can get your hands on one, coming soon!)

10/19/2026

Today is the day. Start it off right!!! ☕️

PLAN YOUR MONDAY MORNING 10/19 COFFEE NOW!

This Monday, October 19, The Giving Bean is rolling into Oswego, serving up delicious coffee, specialty drinks, and a whole lot of community spirit with 10% of ALL sales PLUS 100% of tips being donated to the CAC!!!

And here’s the best part: You don’t even have to change your morning routine!

•On your way to work? Swing by for your caffeine fix.

•Have coworkers who love coffee? Round up their orders and be the office hero!

•Want to skip the wait? Check out the menu and PREORDER! Preordering is encouraged, but walk-up orders are absolutely welcome, too!

VIEW THE MENU & PREORDER HERE:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Zl7tiC9DmiNSG7AVmPsZ3NUlCblZGmNG0qb6zIUzTwo

~Little Lukes – Oswego
~10 Burkle Street, Oswego, NY
~Monday, October 19, 2026
~7:30–9:30 AM
It’s just two hours, but together we can make a meaningful difference. Great coffee. Great cause. Stronger Together!

👉Help us spread the word! Share this post, tag your coffee-loving friends, and make your Monday morning cup count!

10/16/2026

PLAN YOUR MONDAY MORNING 10/19 COFFEE NOW!

This Monday, October 19, The Giving Bean is rolling into Oswego, serving up delicious coffee, specialty drinks, and a whole lot of community spirit with 10% of ALL sales PLUS 100% of tips being donated to the CAC!!!

And here’s the best part: You don’t even have to change your morning routine!

•On your way to work? Swing by for your caffeine fix.

•Have coworkers who love coffee? Round up their orders and be the office hero!

•Want to skip the wait? Check out the menu and PREORDER! Preordering is encouraged, but walk-up orders are absolutely welcome, too!

VIEW THE MENU & PREORDER HERE:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Zl7tiC9DmiNSG7AVmPsZ3NUlCblZGmNG0qb6zIUzTwo

~Little Lukes – Oswego
~10 Burkle Street, Oswego, NY
~Monday, October 19, 2026
~7:30–9:30 AM
It’s just two hours, but together we can make a meaningful difference. Great coffee. Great cause. Stronger Together!

👉Help us spread the word! Share this post, tag your coffee-loving friends, and make your Monday morning cup count!