Children's Advocacy Center of the Bluegrass

08/21/2026

Our team is growing!

CAC of the Bluegrass is hiring a Multidisciplinary Team and Data Specialist to support coordination of child abuse investigations across 17 counties.

To learn more about the position and to apply, visit https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=acde4a46c8fcbfde&from=shareddesktop_copy

08/19/2026

Our August Core Values Shout Out goes to Child and Family Advocate, Makayla!

Makayla demonstrated compassion recently when working with a family that required interpretive services. She spent hours with them, making sure they had all of the answers and support they needed as they begin their healing journey. Thank you for all that you do, Makayla!

08/17/2026

Today we want to highlight our Diamond Sponsor, Mike and Jo Ann Ritchie!

Mike and Jo Ann have been longtime supporters of our mission, and we are so grateful for their commitment to providing healing services for children and families. Thank you for making our annual gala possible!

If you haven't already, be sure to purchase your tickets today at https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E357958&id=13

08/12/2026

Some important reminders from our friends at Lexington Police Department!

We hope everyone has a safe and happy school year!

08/11/2026

Are you a clinician who is looking to expand your expertise in providing treatment for children who exhibit problematic sexual behavior?

This emerging area of clinical expertise helps clinicians provide evidence-based treatments to children who exhibit problematic sexual behaviors. Research indicates those children often have not experienced sexual abuse, but treating them helps address the underlying causes of their behaviors and prevents harm to other children.

Follow the links to register, and let us know you'd like to partner with us as a referral resource!

This advanced training is for mental health professionals who previously completed Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) training and will aim to increase participants' understanding of Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB) in children. The training will address multiple topics including....

08/10/2026

Today we would like to highlight our amazing Platinum Sponsors!

Thank you to Golisano Children’s at UK and Central Bank for your continued support of our annual gala, "An Evening for the Children's Advocacy Center of the Bluegrass."

We can't wait to see you all soon on August 28th!

08/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our MDT Lunch and Learn this afternoon!

We value these opportunities to meet new members of our multidisciplinary teams, and to strengthen our partnerships to better serve children and families.

08/06/2026

This week a child was not only able to access the healing services they needed following abuse, but they were also able to go home with a brand new backpack from Kristin's Closet filled with school supplies, new clothes, toiletries, and more as they begin the school year.

Your support is making a difference! 💜

08/03/2026

It's officially August, which means that "An Evening for the Children's Advocacy Center of the Bluegrass" is almost here!

We want to take the time to thank all of the amazing sponsors who have made this event possible, including this year’s Gold Sponsors: Ballast, Inc., Columbia Gas of Kentucky, Derrick Whitaker Design, Gray, Heather Risk, PsyD & Associates, PLLC, Mayfield I.T. Consulting, Padgett Construction Inc, Republic Bank, RFH, LLC, Rick Queen - Realtor -Turf Town Properties, Signarama - Lexington, KY, and Stites & Harbison, PLLC.

Thank you for providing hope and healing for the children we serve!

07/31/2026

Thank you to Central Kentucky Project Linus for dropping off another donation of blankets for the CAC of the Bluegrass Medical Clinic! These blankets are used to help children feel safe and comfortable during their medical check-up.

We are so grateful for this continued partnership!