Western Slope Center for Children

08/29/2026

🌧️ CONCERT POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER 🌧️

Due to weather conditions, our concert has been postponed. But don’t worry — we’ve got a new date! 🎶

📅 NEW DATE: September 25
🚪 Doors Open: 6:00 PM
🎸 Band Starts: 7:00 PM

🎟️ All tickets will be honored for the rescheduled event. No need to purchase a new ticket — just bring your original ticket and get ready to rock! Tickets are still on sale at https://granderivervineyards.com/product/the-lost-junction-band-2026

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We can’t wait to see everyone on September 25! 🤘🎶 If you have any questions please reach out to Annie via email [email protected]

08/25/2026

Our forensic interview team is looking to upgrade one of the interview rooms! The team has put together an Amazon wishlist for new items for the interview space. If you would like to help, our link is posted below!⬇️

08/24/2026

08/12/2026

It’s with great sadness that we say goodbye to our Bilingual family Support Advocate Priscilla! After a lot of reflection, she is saying goodbye to a chapter that has meant so much. ❤️
My time as a Bilingual Family Support Advocate at the Western Slope Center for Children has been one of the most meaningful chapters of my professional journey. I’ve had the privilege of supporting children and families through some of their most difficult moments, and I will forever be grateful for the lessons, connections, and experiences that came with this role.
This work taught me that advocacy is more than a job—it’s about listening, building trust, showing compassion, and making sure families feel heard, supported, and empowered. It challenged me, strengthened me, and helped me grow in ways I never expected.
As I close this chapter, I’m excited to share that I’m beginning a new journey. While I’m stepping into a new role, I’m taking everything this experience has taught me along the way—especially the importance of empathy, advocacy, and meeting people where they are.
I’m leaving this chapter with a grateful heart and so much appreciation for the people who supported me, taught me, and trusted me along the way. ❤️
Here’s to growth, new beginnings, and continuing to make a difference in the lives of others. ✨

08/07/2026

Our two Forensic Interviewers, Collbren and Sierra, had the opportunity to attend the 38th annual Dallas Crimes against Children Conference. For the past week, Collbren and Sierra have heard from a variety of experts in the field of child abuse. We are excited to hear about all of the amazing things that they learned!

08/06/2026

Join us Saturday, August 29th for a concert benefiting the Center for Children located at Grande River Vineyards (787 Grande River Drive, Palisade, CO 81526) featuring The Lost Junction Band, who describe their music as a dynamic country-rock group. Tickets are $25/person pre-sale and $30 at the door. Purchase tickets at:https://granderivervineyards.com/product/the-lost-junction-band-2026
Wine, beer, cider, and non-alcoholic drinks will be available at the GRV bar along with some other concessions. Two food trucks will be on site for additional dining options.
• Gates open at 6pm, concert starts at 7pm.
• NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK is allowed!
• All ages show. No special ticket prices for children, no exceptions.
• NO PETS Allowed!
• Bring ID which will be checked at the gate and again at the bar.
• Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.

07/28/2026

A huge thank you to Chick-fil-A and the Grand Junction Police Department for hosting such an amazing Dunk-a-Cop event! It was a fun day filled with laughter, community spirit, and a great opportunity to connect with our local officers. We truly appreciate everyone who helped make the event such a success. Thank you for investing in our community and creating memories!!

07/27/2026

Thank you KKCO 11 News for this amazing and informational segment on our organization! 💙

Nearly $500 was raised for a Grand Junction child advocacy organization that helps child victims of abuse ⬇️

07/24/2026

🌟Feature Friday🌟

Today we recognize Detective Zac McCullough with the Grand Junction Police Department. Zac currently serves in the crimes against people unit and has been in that role for 6 years.

When asked about his favorite part of his job this is what he shared: “ My favorite part of what I do is being able to help people, especially children, who have no one else that can. Some of these children come from situations where the people who should protect them have failed them or worse. I like being able to build strong criminal cases against the individual(s) responsible and ultimately hold them accountable for whatever occurred.”

One thing Detective McCullough enjoys in his free time is video gaming. 🎮👾 “I am an avid “video gamer”, which helps me connect with many young people. They are surprised when a detective starts talking to them about video games (I am better than Officer Wiens at NCAAF 😊). I also enjoy golfing.” 🏌️

When asked about what he enjoys most when it comes to working with the Center, Detective McCullough shared this: “What I enjoy most about working with the MDT/Center is getting to see all the different entities working together toward a common goal, which is to protect children. I really enjoy hearing all the different opinions/ideas that people may have about a case. Sometimes hearing what other people, who may not be directly associated with law enforcement have to say, can generate new ideas on how to investigate a case. I have seen how the MDT working together can truly change the trajectory of a child’s life. “

Thank you, Detective McCullough, for being an important and valued member of our team! We appreciate all that you do for our community!💙✨

07/23/2026

Our Bilingual family support advocate, Priscilla Perez, was able to attend the La Plaza bilingual health and resource fair in Palisade last week! La Plaza is an amazing organization that helps support the well-being of migrant and immigrant communities in Mesa County.

We are proud of one of our bilingual team members, Priscilla, for representing the Center and allowing our services to be accessible to all communities.

Check out the link to the article below! ⬇️

A slew of healthcare and community service organizations gathered in the Palisade Gymnasium, 711 W 7th St., Thursday afternoon to connect Spanish-speaking locals with an array of resources.