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.
2024 Training Schedule
​Thursday, October 24 - Importance of Medical Exams as part of the investigation
Presenter: Dr. Coral Steffey, MD, FAAP Denver Health Child Protection Team
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Westminster Police Department, 9110 Yates St., Westminster 80031 (2nd Floor)
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.​