Abuse, neglect, trauma: Navigating the complexities of the juvenile court system

A Place to Call Home

Abuse, neglect, trauma: Navigating the complexities of the juvenile court system

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Published on Oct 7, 2026, 12:27:13 PM
Total time: 00:39:20

Episode Description

Former Elkhart County magistrate Deborah Domine argues that children are not born wanting to hurt somebody. Rather, they become hurt and act out because of it. Domine says it's important for the judicial system, education system and other organizations work together to ensure children who find themselves in juvenile court don't fall through the cracks.

More about A Place to Call Home

Adoption, foster care and taking care of our children.  That is the focus of this 30-minute weekly show hosted by 16 Morning News Now anchor Tricia Sloma. Since 2000, Sloma has introduced our viewers to children from Indiana and Michigan who are available for adoption through Wednesday’s Child.