Child Advocacy Center of Cheshire County

05/27/2026

Working in direct service, whether at a CAC or in another role, requires compassion, patience, dedication, and resilience. When your work requires that level of effort, it can be easy to forget to take time for yourself.

But self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s necessary. And it doesn’t have to be time-consuming to make a difference.

Quick At-Work Tip: Set an alarm if you need to and take several short, 2–5 minute breaks throughout the day to stretch, breathe deeply, or walk away from your desk to reset your nervous system.

What's your best self-care tip?

05/24/2026

Healing looks different for everyone, and there is no set timeline.

But when support is available early, children are better able to process, cope, and move forward.

That’s the power of timely care and co-located services. 💚

05/21/2026

Trauma-informed care isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it.

It means creating spaces where children feel safe, supported, and in control so they can process and begin to heal.

05/12/2026

How It Started vs. How It's Going...
The GSCA Behavioral Health program started in 2020 with one clinician.

At this time in 2023, there were two: Andrew and Abby 🙂

Three years later, they co-manage GSCA's behavioral health program, now a team of six and growing. We are so proud to offer these services, and even prouder of the team that provides them.

Happy National Mental Health Provider Appreciation Day—we appreciate each and every one of you, and the phenomenal work you do. 💚

05/12/2026

Free and Virtual Training Opportunity to become a better more informed mandated reporter 💙

Thank you to everyone who has joined our recent Virtual KNOW & TELL® Trainings! Every adult able to recognize and respond to the signs of abuse truly makes a difference. 💚

Haven't joined a session yet? We have monthly dates scheduled (including one on June 1st)! Check out the training calendar here: https://knowandtell.org/training/training-calendar/

KNOW & TELL® gives adults practical tools to recognize red flags, respond with confidence, and better protect the young people in their lives.

05/11/2026

When a child visits a CAC, sometimes their needs extend beyond the forensic interview and support services. Something as simple as a change of clothes, hygiene products, or other basics can help them feel safe and cared for during an incredibly difficult moment.

Every purchase from our Wishlist helps our CAC Community Closets provide these critical basic needs for children and families:
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05/08/2026

Trauma-informed care is essential to helping children and their caregivers begin processing and healing. 💚

GSCA clinicians are trained in two evidence-based treatment modalities: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI). These services are offered on-site at the CAC, at no cost.

10/31/2025

That’s a wrap! Competitive fundraising for Blue for Bucks officially closed at noon today, and we are beyond grateful for everyone who participated.

Your effort and generosity raised over $144,000 this year! Your support helps ensure that your local CACs can continue providing essential services to children and families in New Hampshire. Together, we’re making a difference—we couldn’t do it without you. 💙

Top Fundraiser announcements and prize presentations still to come—stay tuned!

10/29/2025

The Savings Bank of Walpole has gone BLUE! 💙
Thank you so much for your continued support—it is truly appreciated!