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there were no forensic examinations, no SAFE/SANE examinations, and no
examinations conducted by other qualified medical practitioners available for
review.
NNJDC maintains a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Center for Sexual
Assault Survivors (CSAS) to provide victim advocacy services for residents who
experience sexual abuse. The auditor reviewed the MOA, which outlines the
responsibilities of CSAS to provide crisis intervention, emotional support during
forensic medical examinations and investigative interviews, and referrals for
ongoing counseling and supportive services. The PREA Coordinator stated that CSAS
victim advocates receive specialized training to provide trauma-informed services to
juvenile victims.
The auditor also confirmed that Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board
and Riverside Regional Medical Center serve as additional resources to ensure
advocacy and supportive services remain available should the primary victim
advocate be unavailable.
The facility also maintains a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the
Newport News Police Department outlining investigative responsibilities consistent
with the requirements of the PREA Standards. The auditor reviewed the agreement
and confirmed that the NNPD has agreed to conduct criminal investigations in
accordance with applicable PREA requirements and established investigative
protocols.
The Pre-Audit Questionnaire and interviews with the PREA Coordinator confirmed
that NNJDC did not experience any allegations of resident-on-resident or staff-on-
resident sexual abuse during the previous 12 months that required activation of the
forensic medical examination process. Therefore, there were no residents who had
received forensic medical examinations or advocacy services available for interview
during the on-site audit.
Interviews with medical and mental health staff demonstrated an understanding of
their responsibilities following allegations of sexual abuse, including ensuring timely
medical assessment, preserving evidence when appropriate, facilitating access to
forensic medical examinations, and coordinating ongoing medical and mental health
services.
Compliance Determination
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