The Big Yellow House

Located in downtown Waukesha in the Big Yellow House, The C.A.R.E. Center (Child Advocacy Resources and Empowerment) provides services to children and adolescents who are suspected victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse and/or neglect.

The C.A.R.E. Center is a nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center, and the only program in Waukesha County which provides these services. It provides a complete assessment of suspected victims of child abuse while maintaining family dignity. Families can expect to spend about two hours at The C.A.R.E. Center. Children's advocacy centers emphasize the coordination of investigation and intervention services by bringing together professionals and agencies as a multidisciplinary team to create a child-focused approach to child abuse cases.

The C.A.R.E. Center is a safe, comfortable, secure facility where children can discuss abuse in a non-threatening, compassionate environment.

The C.A.R.E. Center is a place where law enforcement and social workers meet with children and their families. Appointments are scheduled through a County Social Worker, a law enforcement official or medical providers for second opinion exam.