Our Kids

⛳️ The countdown is on! The Our Kids Klassic is less than one month away, and we still have a few spots available! 🏌️‍♂️

Join us for a day of golf, fun, and making a difference in the lives of children. Your participation supports Our Kids, providing medical care and crisis counseling for children who have experienced sexual abuse. 💙

Don't miss out—register today!

https://ourkidscenter.com/event/2024-our-kids-klassic-golf-tournament/

2024 Our Kids Klassic Golf Tournament - Our Kids Center Support children in need by joining the Our Kids Klassic Golf Tournament. Play golf for a cause and make a difference in the lives of children who have experienced sexual abuse. Register now!

🎉 A huge thank you to CAT Financial for stepping up as the Clubhouse Sponsor of the Our Kids Klassic Golf Tournament! ⛳️

Your generous support is helping us provide life-changing care to children and families impacted by sexual abuse.

With your investment, we can continue offering vital medical services and crisis counseling—free of charge—to those who need it most. We couldn’t do this important work without incredible partners like you. 💙

Thank you, CAT Financial, for believing in our mission and making a lasting impact in the community!

It's not too late for you to participate in this year's tournament on 10/21. Registration information can be found here: https://ourkidscenter.com/event/2024-our-kids-klassic-golf-tournament/

We would love to have you!
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Cyberbullying is a massive problem for kids and teens today.

About 30% of teens admit to being cyberbullied - and 15% admit to cyberbullying others at some point.

Cyberbullying is unique in that it’s often ongoing and hard to spot. But there are clear steps caregivers can take to help, from simply noticing that it's happening all the way through to reporting it to authorities.

Read here for 5 simple steps: https://ourkidscenter.com/learn/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-cyberbullying-what-to-do-to-help/

🏌️‍♂️ The countdown is on! We’re only 53 days away from the Our Kids Klassic golf tournament! ⛳️

Get ready for a day of fun on the greens, all while supporting a great cause.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just love the game, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Mark your calendars, gather your team, and join us in making a difference for children and families affected by child sexual abuse in Middle Tennessee.

Date: 10/21/24
Time: 7:30am and 1:30pm tee times
Location: Hermitage Golf Course
Format: 4-person scramble
Contests: Longest drive, closest to the pin, and more!
Prizes: Trophies and prizes for top teams, plus raffle items.
Extras: Complimentary food, drinks and snacks throughout the course, gifts for all participants, and a chance to win exciting prizes.

Registration: https://ourkidscenter.com/event/2024-our-kids-klassic-golf-tournament/

Sponsorship Opportunities: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/our-kids-klassic-golf-tournament/sponsor/available-sponsorships

Visit our website: https://ourkidscenter.com/event/2024-our-kids-klassic-golf-tournament/

Email us: [email protected]

Why Participate? By joining the Our Kids Klassic, you’re not just enjoying a day of golf—you’re making a real impact in the lives of children who have experienced sexual abuse. All proceeds from the tournament go directly to Our Kids, supporting our mission to provide free medical evaluations and crisis counseling to children and families in need.

If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time! Let’s tee off for a cause! 🏌️‍♀️

🐾 It’s National Dog Day, and we’re celebrating our very own superstar, Desiree! 🐾

As the facility dog at Our Kids, Desi brings comfort, joy, and a sense of calm to the children and families we serve. Her gentle presence makes a world of difference on tough days.

Join us in giving a big shoutout to Desi and all the amazing dogs out there who make our lives better every day!

A huge thank you to Southern Seasons Lawn & Landscape, LLC for keeping our grounds looking beautiful and welcoming for the children and families we serve. Your dedication to maintaining our outdoor spaces ensures that every visitor is greeted by an inviting and clean environment. We’re so grateful for your partnership and the care you put into making our surroundings a comforting place for those who need it most. 🌿

Sexting is a fact of life for kids today, whether their parents know it or not.

A recent study on sexting among youth found that nearly 20% had sent a sext, and 34.8% had received one. Another survey found that, by age 13, 24% of kids had been asked to send n**e photos or requested n**e images themselves.

So how do caregivers approach sexting without kids shutting down? Use this quick guide, compiled by Our Kids clinicians, for simple guidance on this complex subject.

How to Talk to Kids about Sexting - Our Kids Clinic Kids need to understand what sexting is & why it can be dangerous. This quick guide helps caregivers talk about it & offer tips to avoid it.

AMAZING! Special thanks to our friends at JE Dunn Construction Nashville for all the work they put in, and thanks to the racers, sponsors, supporters and volunteers! We are so grateful!

We are so proud of our friend, Brandt Snedeker, for being named the 2024 PGA Tour Payne Stewart Award recipient! 🎉🏌️‍♂️ Congratulations and thanks for all you do!

Nashville's Brandt Snedeker named 2024 PGA Tour Payne Stewart Award recipient

In the past year, the Our Kids family has lost two of our greatest champions. Randy Rayburn and Jerry Baxter were pioneers who helped create the restaurant landscape in Nashville. For decades, their vision and dedication to the restaurant industry enhanced Nashville and the business community.

Randy and Jerry created the Our Kids Soup Sunday event to raise vital funds for Our Kids and to mobilize the restaurant industry to care about children and families struggling with the issue of child sexual abuse. For 32 years, Randy and Jerry carried the banner the highest, constantly encouraging other restaurants to step forward to help. In fact, Midtown Cafe is the only restaurant to participate in every Soup Sunday. Jerry was always assisting new restaurants, helping them understand the logistics of the Soup Sunday event. This event is still going strong after all these years.

Randy and Jerry were exceptional entrepreneurs with hearts of gold. They were best friends who loved people and appreciated each other’s talents. Both of these wonderful men have made Nashville a better place for everyone, and they will truly be missed. We appreciate all they did for Our Kids.

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🏌️‍♂️ Celebrating 33 Years of the Our Kids Klassic Golf Tournament! 🏌️‍♀️

Did you know that this year marks the 33rd Annual Our Kids Klassic Golf Tournament? Over the past three decades, this incredible event has brought together passionate golfers and generous supporters, all united by a common goal: to make a difference in the lives of children who have experienced sexual abuse.

Through your unwavering support, the Our Kids Klassic has become a cornerstone of our fundraising efforts, helping us provide critical medical evaluations and crisis counseling to thousands of children in need. Every swing, every putt, and every donation has played a vital role in sustaining our mission and expanding our services to reach even more children across Middle Tennessee.

As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on the profound impact the tournament has had:
-31,000+ evaluations provided since Our Kids' inception
-Free services available to 47 counties in Middle Tennessee
-Expert staff on-call 24/7
-One of the largest clinics nationwide dedicated solely to child sexual abuse medical evaluations and crisis counseling

None of this would be possible without the incredible generosity and dedication of our participants, sponsors, and volunteers. Thank you for being a part of our journey and for your continued support.

We look forward to seeing you on the green and making this year's Our Kids Klassic the best one yet! Register today! https://ourkidscenter.com/event/2024-our-kids-klassic-golf-tournament/

📚✏️ Help Us Collect School Supplies for Our Kids! ✏️📚

As we gear up for another school year, let's come together to support the amazing children served by Our Kids. We're collecting school supplies to ensure they have everything they need for a successful year ahead.

🗓️ Donation Period: Now through August 15th
📍 Drop-off Location: 1804 Hayes Street; Nashville 37203 (or you can order from our Amazon wish list: https://a.co/16sIzbq)

Needed Items:
Backpacks 🎒
Notebooks 📓
Pencils and Pens ✏️🖊️
Crayons and Markers 🖍️
Binders and Folders 📁
Glue Sticks
And more!

Every donation makes a difference and helps brighten a child's future. Together, we can ensure these kids start the school year with confidence and excitement. Thank you for your generosity and support!

In the case of Alice Munro, the child did her job. The adults in her life did not. Here’s what to do if a child tells you they’ve been abused: https://ourkidscenter.com/get-help/im-a-parent/

Alice Munro's daughter alleges mother stayed with her abusive stepfather Alice Munro died in May at the age of 92. Her daughter Andrea Skinner wrote a Toronto Star op-ed revealing her stepfather abused her as a child for years.

🔒 The technology in our kids' pockets is changing the nature of child sexual abuse.

At Our Kids, we see it all the time.

A recent case involved a teen who came to our clinic after experiencing sexual abuse at the hands of another teenager. What started as a single incident escalated when the abuse was recorded and shared. Demands followed, creating ongoing trauma for the survivor—not just from the initial abuse, but from the fear and shame associated with others seeing what happened.

This is sextortion.

How can caregivers, children, and teens take steps to protect themselves or, if it occurs, to heal?

Let's start a conversation on safeguarding our youth in the digital age.

Take a few minutes to read our quick guide: https://ourkidscenter.com/learn/sextortion/

🌟 Join our compassionate team at Our Kids! 🌟

We're looking for a dedicated Forensic Social Worker to join our medical clinic specializing in children who have experienced sexual abuse. 🏥💙

As part of our trauma-informed, multi-disciplinary approach, you'll play a crucial role in supporting young survivors and their families. Your empathy and expertise will help make a lasting impact in our community.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be a part of something truly meaningful.

More info: https://jobs.jobvite.com/nashvillegeneralhospital/job/oYqZtfwA

Stop by your nearest Twice Daily today and every day! Buy the Our Kids water!

Don't forget to stay hydrated this summer with our Twice Daily water! Every sip supports the incredible work of Our Kids - providing medical evaluations and crisis counseling for children in Middle Tennessee. https://ourkidscenter.com/donate/

🎉✨ Thirteen years of dedication and partnership! 🎉✨

Today marks an incredible milestone in our journey alongside the Coffee County Children's Advocacy Center. For 13 years, we've stood together, providing vital medical evaluations and crisis counseling to children and families with concerns about child sexual abuse in Coffee County and beyond.

Our commitment to the well-being of these children has remained steadfast. Together, we've offered help, hope, and healing to those who need it most.

To the team in Coffee County and surrounding areas, it's an honor to stand by your side, and we look forward to many more years of partnership, making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Here's to thirteen years of impact, and to countless more ahead! 🌟

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We're overflowing with gratitude for the incredible support from the National Council of Jewish Women (Nashville). For over 15 years, they've been brightening the days of patients at our medical clinic with their generous snack donations. Their unwavering dedication to spreading kindness and comfort is truly remarkable.

To the NCJW: your snacks not only nourish the body but also uplift spirits and show that care knows no bounds. Thank you for being a beacon of hope and compassion in our community. Your kindness makes a world of difference! 🙏💙

Join us starting this Friday for a free training on how to help protect the children in your lives from child sexual abuse. Darkness to Light is an evidence based program that can help prevent child abuse in our community and strengthen our response to abuse. Don't miss the opportunity. Trainings will be held every Friday in June at the CAC. Please RSVP.

🎉 Celebrating 16 Years of Impact! 🎉

Today marks the 16th anniversary of the Our Kids location at Kid's Place/ A Child Advocacy Center serving Lawrence, Giles, Wayne, and Maury counties in Southern Middle Tennessee. 🚀

Since 2008, this clinic has been a lifeline for children and families facing the unthinkable. Offering compassionate medical evaluations when concerns about child sexual abuse arise, it's been a safe haven for healing.

🌟 Here's to the dedicated team who've made it all possible and to the countless lives touched by their compassion and expertise. Together, we're building a safer, brighter future for our children. 💙

🎶 Nashville, it's CMA Country Music Association Festival week and the stage is set for unforgettable moments! 🤠 Don't forget to stay hydrated amidst the excitement – swing by your nearest Twice Daily for some refreshing Our Kids water! 💧 Every sip supports the incredible work of Our Kids - providing medical evaluations and crisis counseling for children who have been sexually abused in Middle Tennessee. Let's keep the music flowing and hearts glowing! 🎵💖 🌟🎸

Did you know that Our Kids has a facility dog?

Every child deserves comfort and support, especially in the most challenging moments. That's why we're incredibly grateful for our facility dog, Desiree IV, who brings a special kind of love and understanding to our medical exams for children when there are concerns of child sexual abuse. 🐾

With gentle paws and a compassionate heart, our furry friend helps ease anxiety, providing a sense of safety and calm during these sensitive evaluations. Her presence isn't just comforting; it's transformative, empowering children to find strength in the midst of trauma.

Together, we're not just providing medical care; we're fostering hope, healing and resilience. Thank you to our dedicated facility dog for being a beacon of hope for these brave young souls. 💙