We do not take reports of suspected child abuse and/or neglect via phone or direct message. Please contact the child abuse and neglect hotline at 1-800-800-5556 to report suspected child abuse or neglect. But everyone can do something. And together, we can do anything. Together, we can prevent child abuse! Prevent Child Abuse Jefferson County is dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, and is committed to making Jefferson County a better, safer place for Indiana's most precious resources - our children. With strong support of volunteer Prevention Councils throughout the state, we work together to:
• Increase awareness of the problem and inform communities about solutions.
• Serve as a valuable resource for families, individuals and organizations.
• Advocate for expanded and improved programs and policies to prevent child abuse.
• Foster a statewide network committed to child abuse prevention. Suspected child abuse or neglect should be reported to Child Protective Services (CPS). They operate a 24-hour, 7-day a week hotline: 1-800-800-5556. There is also a local number for every county listed at the CPS website http://www.in.gov/dcs/2372.htm
Our office does NOT take abuse/neglect report calls. Please do not contact us regarding concerns or complaints pertaining to DCS. Indiana has a Bureau of the Ombudsman, and they have “…the authority to receive, investigate and attempt to resolve complaints concerning the actions of the Department of Child Services (DCS) and to make recommendations to improve the child welfare system. The Bureau operates independently of DCS and is housed in the Department of Administration.” Contact information is below. DCS Ombudsman Information Line
877-682-0101 - Toll Free
317-232-3154 - Fax
[email protected]
