Team for Children at Risk/Arkansas Children’s House
The Team for Children at Risk (TCAR) is our hospital program for children who
are suspected victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, or neglect. The team
is comprised of a nurse practitioner, physician abuse specialist, and a social
worker. TCAR assesses, examines, and makes reports and recommendations on children
suspected of maltreatment. Another component of the ACH abuse program is the
Arkansas Children’s House (ARCH) which provides a homelike atmosphere
for children to receive comprehensive, forensic medical exams related to child
maltreatment. The more comfortable setting minimizes trauma for children who
must undergo examinations for sexual abuse. The House also offers the opportunity
for community collaboration in investigating suspected child maltreatment cases
through the use of facilities such as an interview room with a one way mirror
and videotaping capability, consultation and conference rooms. Referrals to
ARCH or TCAR may be made by physicians, law enforcement or the Department of
Human Services. You may contacted the Team for Children at Risk by calling (501)
364-1013.