CALICO: Child Abuse Listening, Interviewing and Coordination Center
Civic and Social OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
CALICO, the Child Abuse Listening, Interviewing and Coordination Center, operates as a multi-disciplinary hub in Alameda County that brings together police officers, child welfare workers, and prosecutors to respond to child abuse allegations. By coordinating investigations, facilitating children’s testimonies, and connecting families with therapeutic, medical, and legal services, CALICO supports a comprehensive approach to safeguarding children. Located in San Leandro, California, the organization has a long-standing presence since 1997, positioned within the civic and social services sector. Its work centers on collaboration across agencies to address the needs of abused or at-risk children and their families, providing situational support and coordination across the relevant systems. A recent development noted is the continued function of its collaborative model in Alameda County, reflecting its longstanding role as a regional resource for child protection and advocacy.