In roughly 2 years, Mecklenburg County will be home to the Umbrella Center, a one-stop shop that will provide a multitude of services for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, child abuse and human trafficking. Through the collaboration of several partners, including the Centene Foundation, WellCare, @safe_alliance and @patsplacecac, the Umbrella Center is sure to provide hope and healing for those who come through the door. Today during the announcement, Sheriff McFadden @sugarfreetalk stood alongside the organizations in attendance feeling proud his agency also played a role in bringing The Umbrella Center to life. MCSO will do its part to help victims with documentation, transport them and guide them through the proper court procedures. The Umbrella Center, expected to be the largest family justice center in the world, has received $2.5 million in federal funding, but will require $42 million to construct. So far, thanks to public and private d...