The Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County

Our mission at The Child Advocacy Program (CAP) is to end child abuse in Chautauqua County. When abuse occurs, CAP coordinates a community response to bring healing, hope and justice to these children and families. Our vision is to see a community full of healthy, happy children.

The Child Advocacy Program (CAP) is a trauma-informed, non-profit agency that supports a team approach to child physical and sexual abuse allegations.  CAP brings agencies together in a child-friendly setting that

• Is physically and psychologically safe for the child
• Reduces the number of times a child is interviewed
• Lessens the trauma experienced by child victims and non-offending caregivers
• Holds individuals accountable for their victimization of children

CAP brings together under one roof:

• Counseling Services
• Child Protective Services (CPS)
• Medical Services
• District Attorney's Office
• Advocacy Services
• Local, County & State Law Enforcement