Pinwheels placed to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention month

DANVILLE, Pa. - In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, staff members from the Geisinger Janet Weis Children's Hospital Child Advocacy Center in Sunbury planted dozens of blue mylar pinwheels in the entrance of Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.
The pinwheels symbolize the positive childhood every kid deserves. They serve as a reminder to protect and nurture our children and that prevention is possible if we are brave enough to intervene. Pinwheels for Prevention is a national campaign for child abuse prevention.
"More than 600,000 children are abused in the U.S. each year. Educating our communities and raising awareness on child abuse can help to protect children who are at risk," said Melissa Wagner, program director of child safety and advocacy at Geisinger. "We hope the pinwheel garden reminds people that if they suspect abuse, they should report it. You just never know when you might save a child's life."
Photo caption: Child Advocacy Center staff members who took part in the pinwheel planting included: from left: Melissa Wagner, program director of child safety and advocacy at Geisinger; Cheryl Moroz, CAC forensic interviewer; Cameran Gardner, CAC victim advocate; Dr. Marita Lind, CAC medical director and Alexis Smith, CAC program coordinator.