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Provides a confidential helpline to help prevent child sexual abuse before a child is harmed. Helpline staff provides guidance to adults who have concerns about child sexual abuse. Services include information about sexual abuse, prevention and safety planning, specialized treatment options and resources, guidance for talking about concerns, and information on how to report concerns to authorities when appropriate.

- Adult Protective Services: Investigates and provides services to elderly and mentally or physically disabled persons age 18 or older who require protection from abuse or neglect.

- Child Protective Services: Services may be offered during and following an initial assessment to protect the child and improve the conditions that contributed to the risk of abuse and neglect. Services that may be offered include in-home family therapy, family support services, day care, case management, and temporary foster care.

Offers students a safe, confidential way in which to share information that might help prevent suicides, bullying, school violence or other threats to school safety.

Also offers support and resources for the following:

- Abuse.

- Bullying.

- Depression.

- Self injury.

- Suicidal Thoughts.

Help line for parents, grandparents, babysitters, and caregivers, including tips to calm a crying baby.

Education on prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome.

Provides evaluations and assessments of alleged abused children or dependent adults. Abuse in a RESIDENTIAL FACILITY (nursing home), call the Department of Inspections and Appeals at 1-877-686-0027; seven days a week, 24 hours.

Provides comprehensive, trauma-focused services to children who have experienced abuse and neglect, offering a supportive environment for the children and their families. Coordinates the investigation and intervention process to minimize trauma for the child. Advocates serve as a liaison between the child, family, and team of professionals, attending all court hearings, keeping the family informed regarding the status of the case, assisting in ongoing necessary referrals, and supporting court preparation if the case proceeds to trial. Additionally, offers guidance, emotional support, and referrals for ongoing assistance to children, parents, and concerned individuals through accessible communication channels such as telephone, email, chat, or text.