NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ohio — Noah’s Hope Child Advocacy Center in New Philadelphia is reporting a continued increase in the number of children and families it serves, reflecting a growing need for child advocacy services in the region.
The center, which supports child abuse cases with a focus on reducing trauma and promoting healing from disclosure through recovery, served 232 child victims and their families in 2025. That figure represents a 14.3 percent increase compared to 2024, according to the organization.
Of the children served, 152 were female and 80 were male. The majority of cases involved children between the ages of 6 and 12, accounting for 100 of the total. Another 87 children were ages 13 to 17, while 41 were ages 5 and younger. Four individuals served were 18 or older.
Sexual abuse cases made up the largest portion of visits, accounting for 77 percent of those served. Neglect cases represented 9.48 percent, while the remaining 13.52 percent involved other concerns, including physical abuse, problematic sexualized behaviors and human trafficking.
The organization expressed gratitude to community partners and supporters, including the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office, noting that continued backing is essential to providing these services.
More information about Noah’s Hope Child Advocacy Center is available on the organization’s website or Facebook page.
