Child Protection
Every child deserves to be safe and healthy. When a child is in danger or is being mistreated, the caring and dedicated team at Atrium Health Levine Children's steps in to provide compassionate, comforting care.
We offer medical evaluations and forensic interviews, working closely with law enforcement, clinical professionals and child protective services agencies. Our experienced team of fully trained and board certified medical experts, child life specialists, social workers and interpreters understands the sensitive nature of suspected child abuse or neglect.
Our team is readily available to make sure each child receives the physical and emotional support they need.
If you suspect a child is in danger, call North Carolina Child Protective Services.
Resources for children in need of support
Getting help for a child who has experienced physical, emotional or sexual abuse is essential to helping them and those around them heal.
Atrium Health Levine Children's is committed to supporting those most vulnerable in our communities. Our child advocacy centers across Charlotte, NC, and the region provide programming and services that address the medical, mental health and legal issues involved in abuse of children. Our centers provide safe, child-friendly environments where the important work of healing begins. Our clinically trained experts provide:
- Coordination of intervention services
- Specialized forensic interviewing of children
- Medical exams, including pediatric gynecology
- Complete case management
- Parent support groups and connection to therapy services
- Child advocacy support