Proudly serving Haywood County's children and families for more than 30 years.
KARE, Inc (Kids Advocacy Resource Effort) exists to facilitate a community response to child abuse, neglect, and exploitation in Haywood County through outreach, advocacy, and specialized interventions.
KARE is a nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center (CAC) in good standing with the National Children’s Alliance and is a Prevent Child Abuse affiliate.
KARE is a unique agency. Our primary job is to advocate for victims, but we also believe that proper education will lead to abuse prevention. Annually, KARE serves over 200 children through our Victim Advocacy program and provides onsite mental health counseling for clients. Additionally, we reach every elementary school student in Haywood County through our School Safety Program by teaching students about body safety.
KARE's vision is to create a supportive community where all children can grow and thrive free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Our Core Values Collaboration – We value open communication and engagement with our team, agency partners, and community. Growth – We cultivate an environment of growth that includes awareness, learning, and adaptability to ensure we remain mindful of best practices. Respect – We respect all people, maintaining integrity and professional ethics while providing equitable services. Advocacy – We aim to dismantle adverse childhood experiences by influencing community engagement and utilizing evidence-based practices. Dedication – We are dedicated to all children, families, team members, and the community.
Thank you to our 2023-2024 sponsors and donors!
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