Dearborn/Ohio County Child Advocates

Dearborn/Ohio County Child Advocates The Dearborn-Ohio County Child Advocate program is made up of trained community volunteers who are the Voice of a Child.

The Dearborn-Ohio County Child Advocate program is made up of trained community volunteers who are appointed to speak for the best interests of a neglected or abused child. It is one of 87 certified volunteer court appointed special advocate programs serving children in Indiana. The purpose of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (Child Advocate) is to conduct an independent investigation of the c

hild's situation. This includes interviews with all involved persons and a review of legal and Department of Children Services (DCS) records. The Child Advocate will develop and present to the court recommendations which serve the child's best interest. The advocate appears at all court hearings for the child and participates in other meetings concerning the child. Some of the meetings attended can include case planning, review conferences, school conferences, family team meetings and mental health assessment conferences. The advocate does NOT provide direct professional services to the child, nor does the advocate take the place of the DCS caseworker or other professionals involved in the case. The advocate serves as:

INVESTIGATOR - determines all relevant facts through personal interviews and review of records, other documentation and clinical data. ADVOCATE - presents relevant facts to the court for hearings through written reports and direct testimony. FACILITATOR- participates in case planning and other meetings to present recommendations for services that are in the best interest of the child in need of services. The advocate is the "eyes and ears" or "feet on the street" for the court. Judges rely heavily on the advocates independent assessment and recommendations.

05/09/2026

Kids summer meal program will be at the LCC this summer!

This is a great way to connect children with our natural resources. Share with a foster parent you know 🙂
05/01/2026

This is a great way to connect children with our natural resources. Share with a foster parent you know 🙂

If you’re fostering kids, you and your family can enjoy Indiana State Parks for free. By filling out a form, qualified foster families can receive a complimentary Indiana Annual Entrance Pass allowing entry to all Indiana State Parks. Find the form at https://ow.ly/aYmi50YRNXf

04/13/2026
02/27/2025

Join One Community One Family at the Dearborn County CARE Resource Connection Open House on Thursday, February 27th, from 1:00 to 3:00pm at 132 Industrial Drive, Lawrenceburg, IN.

This is a fantastic opportunity to discover how partnering with the CARE Resource Connection can amplify your impact in the community! By working together, organizations can enhance collaboration, gain priority access to resources, and strengthen support for individuals and families in need.

The CARE Resource Connection offers:
• Office spaces with Wi-Fi access
• Large conference rooms for collaboration
• Private respite areas for clients & families
• Two kitchens/break rooms & more!

If your organization is looking for new ways to expand services, increase your reach into the community, and better support those in need, this open house is a must-attend event.

For more information, email [email protected].

Let’s build a stronger community—together!

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219 West High Street
Lawrenceburg, IN
47025

Telephone

+18125378741

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