MDT Training Opportunities
Ralston House utilizes a multidisciplinary team response to child abuse allegations and includes representation from law enforcement, child protective service, district attorneys, medical team, mental health navigator, and victim advocacy support. We offer several free trainings throughout the year.
2025 Training Schedule
Case Study Workshop
Thursday, January 23, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Aurora Council Chambers (15151 E. Alameda Pkwy)
This case study will center on missing juvenile that was subsequently murdered by an area gang, and the roles the MDT had leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death.
Trainer: John Witherspoon, Montgomery County police officer assigned to the Special
Victims Investigation Unit.
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Interviewing Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Thursday, February 27 from 11am - 1pm
​Join Lindsay Flanagan and Tina Kettles of Ralston House for a training on interviewing Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Topics include: IDD interviews with children & adults, nonverbal interviews, and tips and tricks for interacting with people with disabilities during your investigation.
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CASE REVIEW
Case review takes place on the second Wednesday at each month at the Jefferson County District Attorney Office. This training is closed to the public. For more information or to be added to the communication list - please email jkemps@ralstonhouse.org
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SART
The Sex Assualt Task Force meets the third Tuesday of the month in the 17th Judicial District. Locations may vary. This meeting is closed to the public. For more information contact:
Kaitlyn De Witt, Sexual Assault Response Team Coordinator, 17th JD, 303.655.2361​
Medical Referral Form
Click here to request a medical referral form for your case.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee
Ralston House is seeking members to join the Inclusion Committee. This group meets quarterly to review National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standards. MDT members have a responsibility to identify possible issues with the child and family they are working with to better understand their unique needs. This information is necessary to effectively respond and to children and families that Ralston House serves. Click here to inquire about joining.
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Vicarious Trauma Resources
Secondary traumatic stress is the emotional duress that results when an individual hears about the first hand trauma experiences of another. Its symptoms mimic those of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Accordingly, individuals affected by secondary stress may find themselves re-experiencing personal trauma or notice an increase in arousal and avoidance reactions related to the indirect trauma exposure.
Click here for more resources.​