Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center

Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center Dee Norton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit accredited by NCA. If a child needs to be protected, a plan is put in place.

The Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides forensic interviews, medical exams, mental health assessments, therapy, and case coordination to child victims and their families. ASSESSMENT:
Specially trained professionals conduct a thorough first interview which provides a clear record of the concern. The goal of this assessment is to answer the question, “Has there been abuse?”

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on Child Advocacy Center's professional team then works with agency partners - including medical, legal, social services and mental health- to take appropriate action as quickly as possible. SERVICES:
Children and their caregivers find the services they need at the Center or are referred to programs available elsewhere in the community. Individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy are just some of the treatment services provided at Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center.

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾Meet Braelynn, one of our two Companion Dogs at Dee Norton! Braelynn helps some of the children...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

Meet Braelynn, one of our two Companion Dogs at Dee Norton! Braelynn helps some of the children who visit Dee Norton feel safe and calm during their time with us. Whether she’s curling up at someone’s feet or soaking up some pets, she has a special way of bringing comfort when it’s needed most.

We’re so grateful for both of our Companion Dogs and the comfort they bring to our Dee Norton family!

As kids head back to school, it's a great time to talk about body boundaries in and out of the classroom! Here are 4 saf...
08/24/2026

As kids head back to school, it's a great time to talk about body boundaries in and out of the classroom!

Here are 4 safety reminders every caregiver can go over with their child this week!
1️⃣ Your body belongs to you.
2️⃣ It’s okay to say no.
3️⃣ Trusted adults are here to help.
4️⃣ Your feelings are valid.

Find more tips and information on our website.
https://www.deenortoncenter.org/parents-caregivers/

Starting a new school year can bring excitement... and anxiety. Sometimes children can feel both at the same time.Your c...
08/19/2026

Starting a new school year can bring excitement... and anxiety. Sometimes children can feel both at the same time.

Your child may feel excited, nervous, overwhelmed, frustrated, or even all of those emotions in the same day. That's okay. Starting a new school year is a big transition, and every child experiences it differently.

One of the best things you can do is make space for honest conversations. Listen without judgment, validate how they're feeling, and remind them that you're there to support them through every high and low!

On National Nonprofit Day, we’re celebrating the community that makes our work possible! Creating a safe community for c...
08/17/2026

On National Nonprofit Day, we’re celebrating the community that makes our work possible!

Creating a safe community for children takes all of us. The support of volunteers, donors, educators, professionals, partners, local businesses, and families makes it possible for us to be there for children and families when they need us most.

Thank you, Charleston!

As routines change and schedules become busier, don't forget to check in with yourself, too.Hydrate. Breathe. Believe in...
08/14/2026

As routines change and schedules become busier, don't forget to check in with yourself, too.

Hydrate. Breathe. Believe in yourself.

The back-to-school season can feel overwhelming for everyone, but Dee Norton is here to help support you and your family.

Adults need their Back-to-School Safety ABCs, too. Children aren’t the only ones who need a refresher before heading bac...
08/11/2026

Adults need their Back-to-School Safety ABCs, too. Children aren’t the only ones who need a refresher before heading back to school!

A is for Ask. B is for Body Boundaries. C is for Communication.

Save these ABCs and start the school year with confidence!

This Book Lovers Day, add a few of these books to your reading list! Talking to children about their bodies, boundaries,...
08/09/2026

This Book Lovers Day, add a few of these books to your reading list! Talking to children about their bodies, boundaries, and feelings doesn’t have to be a big, one-time conversation. Books can make these topics feel natural and give families the words they need for open communication.

Our recommended reads for elementary-aged children:
1️⃣ Consent for Kids — Rachel Brian
2️⃣ My Body! What I Say Goes! — Jayneen Sanders
3️⃣ Once I Was Very Very Scared — Chandra Ghosh Ippen
4️⃣You Weren’t With Me — Chandra Ghosh Ippen
5️⃣A Terrible Thing Happened — Margaret Holmes, Sasha Mudlaff & Cary Pillo

Save this list for your next library visit!

As the new school year begins, take a moment to check in with your child. Starting a new school year can bring a mix of ...
08/07/2026

As the new school year begins, take a moment to check in with your child. Starting a new school year can bring a mix of excitement, nerves, and uncertainty, and a simple conversation can make all the difference.

Try asking:
1️⃣ How do you feel right now?
2️⃣ What’s on your mind right now?
3️⃣ What do you need today?

Your child may need time to talk, space to process, or a fun one-on-one adventure before routines pick up again. The strong connections you build and maintain with your child help foster trust, resilience, and confidence.

Let your child know it's okay to talk about anything, big or small. Those open, honest conversations create a foundation of safety that lasts all year long.

Before your child heads back to after-school activities, sports, clubs, or other programs, take a few minutes to ask que...
08/06/2026

Before your child heads back to after-school activities, sports, clubs, or other programs, take a few minutes to ask questions about how children are kept safe. A safe environment starts with informed adults.

Consider asking:
1️⃣ Are background checks completed for all staff and volunteers?
2️⃣ What is the staff-to-child ratio?
3️⃣ How are staff trained to recognize, prevent, and respond to abuse?
4️⃣ Is there a child protection policy, including how concerns are reported?
5️⃣ Are there policies that prevent one adult from being alone with a child?

Whether it's a sports team, arts program, tutoring, or another extracurricular activity, every organization should have clear policies in place to protect children. By asking questions, you're helping create safer spaces for all children.

This International Friendship Day, we’re talking about what it means to show up for a friend.Children and youth who are ...
07/30/2026

This International Friendship Day, we’re talking about what it means to show up for a friend.
Children and youth who are victims of abuse are more likely to tell a friend or a peer than an adult. If someone trusts you enough to share their experience, how you respond matters.
You don’t need to have all the answers. What matters most is that you listen, believe them, and remind them they’re not alone.
If you or someone you know needs support, call Dee Norton for help. (843.723.3600)

We’re here to help.

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677 Long Point Road
Mount Pleasant, SC
29464

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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