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The Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect

Our vision is to create a world without abuse and neglect

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The Kempe Mission 

The Kempe Center was the first of its kind, established in 1972 to better understand and prevent child maltreatment and to serve affected children and their families. For the past 48 years, Kempe has promoted understanding, knowledge and best practices to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect locally, nationally and internationally.

Today we honor our legacy while looking ahead for ways to transform our field. It is our mission to improve the lives of children and families. We believe that abuse and neglect are preventable and people are resilient. We are curious. We take a stand. We test assumptions. Our leadership in advocacy, research, education and clinical work drives innovative strategies that transform the field. Through our work we strengthen families, communities and the systems that serve them. We are a catalyst, connecting people, information and best practices to translate knowledge into action.

Our vision is a world without abuse and neglect.

What's happening at Kempe?

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Child Abuse Pediatrics Fellowship at Kempe

The primary goal of our fellowship program is to train physicians who are board eligible or board certified in pediatrics to become academic and clinical leaders in the subspecialty field of Child Abuse Pediatrics. The fellowship provides in-depth and intensive training clinical care, education and research. Learn More about CAP fellowship with Kempe!

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The Kempe Café

Kempe’s Café is a free, virtual learning space for helping professionals. One we hope will become a catalyst for relationship, resourcing, and connection. Every session will focus on different topics, relevant to you! The Kempe Café is open on Thursday mornings at 10 AM (MDT)! Join us for coffee, connection and conversation! (BYOC) Bring your own coffee ...

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Connect with Us!

Connect with us on Facebook @kempecenter and on LinkedIn @the-kempe-center! Join our virtual community to connect with your fellow humble helpers and stay up-to-date on the latest multi-disciplinary resources from Kempe Center professionals and our partners! Join our mail list below to learn more about upcoming events and offerings from the Kempe Center.

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Kempe's International Virtual Conference: A Call to Action to Change Child Welfare: On-Demand Access!

Did you miss A call to Action? Receive login access for one year to our CrowdCompass A Call to Action Online Event center where you can view the On-Demand Video Archive, 140+ hours from 12+ countries of groundbreaking learning generated from this 4-day event! Enjoy all Keynotes & Workshops on your own time. Receive notifications about future e-learning offerings exclusive to the A Call to Action international community of practice and join the movement to re-envision and rethink child welfare through mobilizing child, family, community partnerships and leadership!

We were proud to host renowned leaders from around the world for 16 Keynote presentations that encouraged us to re-envision child welfare and inspired us to do better! Every other week we will be releasing 4 Keynote videos on our on-demand access page! Click below to watch the keynotes and find the registration link to view the full 140+ hours of content!

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Signs of Abuse and Neglect

 

Warning signs of abuse and neglect:

  • Multiple bruises or injuries that keep coming back.
  • Being sad or angry; may act withdrawn, fearful, or depressed.
  • Changes in behavior, sudden mood swings.
  • Nightmares or trouble sleeping.
  • "Acting out" or engaging in risky behavior.
  • Frequently late or absent from school.
  • Avoids or delays going home after school.
  • Obviously unhealthy, such as being sick or tired most of the time.
  • Dirty or poor personal hygiene, inadequately clothed. 

Signs that a parent could get abusive:

  • Appear overwhelmed and stressed out.
  • Uses harsh physical discipline with children.
  • Constantly belittles or humiliates children.
  • Parenting seriously affected by substance abuse or untreated mental health issue.
The Kempe Child Protection Team provides comprehensive medical evaluations in our weekly outpatient clinic and through inpatient and emergency department consultations at Children's Hospital Colorado. The Kempe Center's IMHOFF Clinic offers a variety of services that are family-based and short-term with the goal of improving children’s mental health, building their developmental competencies, and improving family functioning.  These services are tailored to the individual needs of the children and families that we work with. 

Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline

844-CO-4-Kids

Available 24 hours a day, every day. Don't hesitate to call and get help.

Anyone witnessing a child in a life-threatening situation should call 911 immediately.

Main Phone Number: 303-864-5300

Child Protection Team: (Medical Services) 720-777-6919

Email: kempe.center@ucdenver.edu

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The Kempe Foundation Proudly Supports the Kempe Center. From the beginning, The Kempe Foundation has provided fundraising and advocacy support for our experts. You can support our Efforts by Making A donation!

 

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