Protecting children, youths and vulnerable adults is of the highest importance at parishes and Catholic schools throughout our diocese. All clergy, employees and volunteers in the diocese who work with children or vulnerable adults within the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee must pass a Level II background check, submit to fingerpriting, complete all required Safe Environment training courses through Praesidium Academy and adhere strictly to our Code of Conduct policies.

"Our diocese has worked hard over the last couple of decades to make our Church a very safe, warm and welcoming place for children and for all people.” - Bishop Wack

*Before employment or volunteering begins, all employees and volunteers who work with children or vulnerable adults within the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee must pass a level II background check and complete all required Safe Environment Training courses

The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee is committed to healing the hurting hearts of sexual abuse victims and has established Victim Assistance Coordinators, who are experienced and trained counselors. These coordinators are available to help persons who have been sexually abused by a Priest, Deacon, or other Church personnel.
 

VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATORS
(Let them help you find healing)

Sexual abuse is a matter of grave concern. Knowledge of such abuse requires a special response in order to facilitate the healing process and to help ensure the safety of the community. The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee is committed to helping victims of sexual abuse begin the healing process. The diocese has established Victim Assistance Coordinators who are experienced and trained counselors.

These coordinators are available to help persons who have been sexually abused by a priest, deacon, or other church personnel in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee.

Louis M. Makarowski, Ph.D., P.A.
Pensacola/Ft. Walton area
☎ 850-477-7181