ABUSE PREVENTION | BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE (BACA)

Provides several individualized services in order to deter child abuse. Services provided:

- When first contacted, several members of BACA will ride to the child's house and present the child with a patch, stickers, and a photograph of the child with their new biker family. Two bikers are assigned to the child as their primary contacts.

- If abuse or harassment continues, members will create a presence at the home, being visible at times when the family may be most vulnerable.

- Court appearances are also available. Assigned bikers will appear in order to provide support for the child and reduce fear about testifying against their abuser.

Other services available:

- Providing escorts if the child feels unsafe.

- Riding by the child's home on a regular basis.

- Staying with children if they are alone or frightened.

- On-site support if needed, for the child's reassurance.

Physical Address

Hours

Hours vary by service; Meetings first Sun 4:30 pm

Voice

(217) 303-6696

Main | Helpline

Application process

Call or email for information; Parents, guardians, child-care agencies, etc, may call BACA about potential referrals; Abuse must be reported beforehand

Fee

None

Required documents

Varies by service

Eligibility

Open to children and their families who are in abuse situations

Languages

English

Service area

Winnebago County, Illinois Sangamon County, Illinois Coles County, Illinois Kane County, Illinois

Agency info

BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE (BACA)

Provides several individualized services to deter child abuse.