Therapy and support for children affected by child sexual abuseCARI provides child-centred therapy for children and adolescents and support for their parents, carers and families who have been affected by child sexual abuse. CARI also provides therapy to children, up to (and including) twelve year olds, who present with sexualised behaviours. More.
Make a difference to the lives of children affected by child sexual abuseCARI is dependent on State funding from the HSE and other statutory agencies and on voluntary contributions raised through community and corporate fundraising. More.
Child Sexual abuse is a serious crimeChild sexual abuse occurs when an adult uses his or her power and authority to force or persuade a child to take part in sexual activities for his/her gratification or sexual arousal, or for that of others. More
The CARI Helpline (Lo Call 1890 92 4567), a specialised NATIONAL service is the overarching resource provided by CARI and often the first point of contact for those concerned about or affected by child sexual abuse. The CARI Helpline has responded to approximately 1,300 calls per year since 2006. Full details.
CARI provides support and therapy to children (and their parents, carers or guardians) who have to go to court to testify as to their own sexual abuse or to sexual abuse or another crime they may have witnessed. Full details.
CARI depends on voluntary contributions to maintain and grow its services for children affected by child sexual abuse. From running your own cake sale to running an ‘Iron Man’ – your energy, time and fundraising is invaluable to us. Here is how to get involved.
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