Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County

The Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County is a safe, child-friendly center that supports a multi-disciplinary investigative approach to child physical and sexual abuse allegations.

NYS Child Abuse Hotline

800-342-3720

Child Advocacy Program
716-338-9844 Jamestown
716-672-2031 Dunkirk

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Medical Evaluations

Medical Evaluation Room

A medical evaluation is offered to any child who is brought to the CAP for allegations or concerns of child abuse. All medical evaluations are performed by a highly trained, licensed health care provider.  

The purpose of the medical evaluation is to ensure the health and well-being of the child. The evaluation may  also:

  • diagnose and treat medical conditions related to abuse
  • reassure the child that everything is ok with his/her body
  • document any significant physical or forensic findings

The health care provider who examines your child will sit down with the caregiver(s) after the evaluation to explain the results and the need for any follow-up appointments. As required by New York State law, CAP staff work as members of the Multidisciplinary Team. The licensed medical provider will discuss and provide a written report with the professionals who are responsible for the investigation and prosecution of the crime of child sexual abuse. With consent from the child’s legal guardian, information may be shared with the child’s pediatrician and primary care physician. CAP advocates will provide all caregivers with the HIPAA compliant releases for the purpose of designating who information may be shared with and for how long.

Medical evaluation appointments usually last two hours. The evaluation itself is short and non-invasive. The child will be well prepared prior to entering the medical room. Children are never forced and are given as much time as necessary to feel comfortable and know what to expect.

For more information on Medical Evaluations at CAP, please call 716.338.9844.

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Main Office
405 West Third Street
Jamestown, NY
Tel: 716-338-9844

Funding Provided through community support and the above foundations

 

Dunkirk

Satellite Office
425 Main Street
Dunkirk, NY 14048
Tel: 716-672-2031

United Way of Northern Chautauqua County

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800-342-3720

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