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Child Abuse Consultation and Diagnostic Services - Midwest Children's Resource Center - MCRC

347 North Smith Avenue, Suite 401, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Eligibility

Serves children who are suspected victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, serious neglect, or failure to thrive/neglect

Required documents

Health insurance card Social Security card/number

Hours

Appointments available: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Emergency Response: 24 hours/7 days a week

Interpretation services

Interpreters available; American Sign Language; Cambodian; Chinese; Farsi; Filipino; French; Hmong; Italian; Japanese; Karen; Somali; Spanish

Application process

Call

Fees

- Insurance is billed for services - If unable to pay, staff will assist with applying for Crime Victim Compensation funds or financial assistance through the hospital

Service area

MN

Other Information

Payment Options

Medical Assistance

Hours of Operation

Open Weekday Evenings After 5 pm
Open Saturday or Sunday

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

Languages

Hmong
Spanish
Somali

Description

- Consultation and assessment services for medical, psychological, and case-related needs in suspected child abuse or neglect cases; staff also provide professional consultation using current best practices and available research - Expert testimony and case consultation for law enforcement, child protection, physicians, therapists, and attorneys involved in child maltreatment investigations - Medical evaluation and diagnostic services, including scheduled appointments and 24/7 availability for professional phone consultation regarding urgent child abuse concerns - Psychological assessment and therapeutic services for child victims, including trauma-focused evaluations and therapy - Referrals to appropriate medical, psychological, and community resources to support ongoing care and safety planning for children and families - Training, education, and professional development opportunities, including specialized training for child-abuse professionals and clinical training programs

Last Assured

12/01/2025

Providing organization

Midwest Children's Resource Center - MCRC

A child-advocacy clinic and center within Children's Minnesota that provides specialized medical, psychological, and support services for children (and their families) affected by abuse, neglect, or trauma.