Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT) in Connecticut are coalitions of professionals involved in the investigation and treatment of physical and sexual abuse crimes against children.
Klingberg is the fiduciary agency for the Hartford MDT, Central MDT, East Central MDT, North Central MDT, and Tolland MDT.
Towns Covered:
Hartford MDT covers crimes that occur in the City of Hartford, Bloomfield, and West Hartford.
Central MDT covers crimes that occur in Berlin, Bristol, New Britain, Newington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, Rocky Hill, and Wethersfield.
East Central MDT covers crimes that occur in East Hartford, Glastonbury, Manchester, Marlborough, and South Windsor.
North Central MDT covers crimes that occur in East Granby, East Windsor, Enfield, Suffield, Windsor, and Windsor Locks.
Tolland MDT covers crimes that occur in Andover, Bolton, Columbia, Coventry, Ellington, Hebron, Mansfield, Somers, Stafford, Tolland, Union, Vernon, and Willington.
What does the MDT do and why?
The multidisciplinary approach is the national “best-practice” standard to cases in which children have been sexually or seriously physically abused. The goal is to ensure coordinated investigations and to link children and families to necessary and expert community resources. This coordinated effort results in a reduction of trauma to the child and an increased likelihood of successful prosecution.
What is the Mission?
The mission of the MDT is to enhance a timely, collaborative response to child abuse cases in order to minimize the harm to children while protecting the community from future abuse.
Who Participates in MDT?
The following disciplines are represented at regular MDT meetings: Legal representatives and victim advocates from criminal and juvenile court, medical personnel, law enforcement, child protective service providers, child advocates and mental health professionals.
The MDT teams are involved in hundreds of cases of abuse each year with the intent to ensure optimal response and wrap-around support for child victims and their families.
Who Coordinates the Teams?
MDT Coordinator: Kellie Youmans
(860) 515-2377