Heart Information

Heart to Heart Child Advocacy Center was established in August 2001 by professionals who were involved in abuse investigations. The Center began to blossom and become very productive. Sheriff Walton maintained and managed the growing Child Advocacy Center until the need for more direct and consistent oversight. In January 2007, Marlene Beeson-Lemmer was named Executive Director. After 7 years of dedication and service, she retired in April 2014. Gene Kristenson served as Interim director until Jan. 2015. In January 2015, Kerry Grosch was named the new Executive Director of Heart to Heart. The Heart to Heart service region includes Harvey, McPherson, and Marion counties. She oversees staff in two offices, one in Newton and one in McPherson. Gloria Arellano served as Interim director from Dec 1016 to Feb. 2017.