Every child deserves to grow up in a safe and caring community

The Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center provides free intervention, prevention, and counseling services to protect children and support families across Northwest Michigan.

 
 

Join us to protect children

from harm

Create a safer world for children by supporting services that shield them from abuse and provide a path to healing.

Help restore hope for kids and families

Your involvement helps children and families find strength, comfort, and hope as they begin their recovery journey.

Build a safer Northern Michigan community

Together, we can build a community where every child feels safe, supported, and valued.

 

The issue

1 in 10 children will experience abuse before their 18th birthday.

In Michigan alone, thousands of children are victims of abuse, with many cases going unreported. Every child deserves safety, but far too many face harm in the very places they should feel most secure.

 

What we’re doing to help

 

Our solution

To protect children, support families, and prevent abuse, we provide the following resources:

Intervention services

Offering child forensic interviews and dedicated advocacy services to ensure children feel safe and heard during investigations. Our team works with families, providing ongoing guidance and access to resources to help them navigate the process with care.

Therapy services

Providing free, trauma-focused therapy for children and non-offending family members to support healing and recovery. Our compassionate therapists create a safe, supportive space where families can process their experiences and build resilience together.

Prevention education

Equipping communities with the knowledge and tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to child abuse. Our team is dedicated to understanding the root causes of abuse and finding ways to prevent harm before it happens, creating safer communities for families.

 

Helping thousands of Northern Michigan children since 2010

At Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center, we’re all about making a real impact in the lives of kids and families affected by abuse. With more than 14 years of experience and a proven track record, we’ve earned the trust of our community and remain committed to providing vital support to those who need it most.

 

Hear from those inside our community

 

It takes a village to raise a child, but it also takes a village to keep them safe

Every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving environment. At Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center, we’re committed to making that happen, but we can’t do it alone. Your support—through donations, volunteering, or reporting suspected abuse—helps us provide critical services and create lasting change.

Join us in protecting children and building a stronger, safer community for all. Together, we can make a real difference.