Our mission is to reduce the
emotional trauma to child abuse victims by facilitating a multidisciplinary team
approach, which supports the prevention of child abuse through community education
and promotes the effective prosecution of those who perpetrate crimes against
children.
Estrella's
House was established in the year 2000 in tribute to Estrella Rojas, a victim
of child abuse whose life ended tragically in Edinburg, Texas. Through her guidance
and inspiration, Estrella's memory is kept alive by helping and treating the children
who are victims of abuse.
Established
in June 2000
A
child-focused facility & community-based program
Operates
under auspices of a nonprofit 501c.3 organization
One
of 500 CAC establishments nationwide
One
of 67 centers certified by CAC of Texas
First
of it's kind in Hidalgo County
Target
population of children served: 2-17 years of age
Estrella's
House provides a safe haven with a child-friendly, non-institutional environment
where young victims are not afraid to tell their story. Re-victimization
of child victims is minimized by using a multidisciplinary team approach to child
abuse investigations.
