neutral, fact-finding interviews about abuse allegations that are conducted in a manner that is A) legally defensible, B) sensitive to a child’s developmental stage and abilities, and C) coordinated with other agencies to avoid duplicative interviewing

examinations conducted by specially trained medical professionals for the purposes of evidence collection, testing, and/or treatment

referrals, resources, and support from the time a forensic interview is scheduled until a case progresses through the court system and beyond

offered either at the CAC or through linkage agreements with other agencies; the mental and emotional effects of child abuse can be combatted with counseling and children and caregivers can begin to find healing and hope