Our Mission
The Adult Advocacy Centers (AACs) work within the disability, victim services, and criminal justice systems to improve access and equity for adult crime victims with disabilities and to educate and train professionals within these systems on the unique needs of survivors with disabilities.
Our Vision
Our vision is to serve adults with disabilities who are alleged victims or witnesses of abuse, maltreatment or neglect. Our staff and partner agencies are expertly trained to meet the needs of every individual in a holistic manner, ensuring they are the center of the investigation and treatment plan.
Our Plans
The Adult Advocacy Centers are working build 10 regionally located centers, each housing a training center and providing space and coordination for a multi-disciplinary team to serve adults with disabilities who are victims of crime. These teams will include law enforcement, prosecutors, medical staff, victim advocates, mental health specialists, forensic interviewers and representatives from each of Ohio’s disability-specific agencies. An RV mobile unit with medical and a forensic interview room will also give us the flexibility to serve the people who need us, no matter where they are.
Read more about the AACs model.
Contact Us
For more information about the AACs or Project FIND or to request a media interview, use our contact form.
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Our Website
This website is supported by grant funds awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice, through the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. Victims of federal crimes will be served.