What We Do
Prevent Child Abuse Delaware (PCAD) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has provided leadership for child abuse prevention activities since 1978. PCAD’s mission is to provide resources and training to help ensure that every child in Delaware has a safe and nurturing childhood free of abuse and neglect.
In addition to providing education and raising awareness about prevention, PCAD offers the following throughout Delaware:
Personal safety education programs in age-appropriate classroom presentations with parent/caregiver supporting materials through B.E. S.M.A.R.T. ©.
Training specific to home-visiting professionals and home-visiting supervisors that mirror competencies grounded in the National Family Support Competency Framework and reflective supervision strategies.
Training specific to prospective and current foster parents to provide competencies that further ensure children placed in their homes receive the care they need.
Training for other professionals in early education, K-12 schools, parents/caregivers, and other organizations that serve children and families
Advocacy and public awareness initiatives to promote stakeholder community involvement to strengthen families.
PCAD is the Delaware Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America.