In California, 31 county departments and 1 state agency publish 33 official links for this service. Reviewed requirements cover availability notices (95) and documents (4). 31 counties have a page for it below.
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For an emergency, follow the cited emergency guidance. Suspected child-abuse reports go to the appropriate county reporting agency, using the number and time/location labels in the official directory.
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Child-care searches and referrals do not confirm an available placement, subsidy, provider license or a full review of an individual facility.
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Service area: Alpine County — local child-protection reporting context.
Alpine — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Child Protective Services are mandated by Federal and State Law to investigate and respond to all allegations of suspected child abuse and neglect. Reports of abuse and neglect can be reported to the following hotlines:
Service area: Colusa County — local child-protection reporting context.
Colusa — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
If you suspect child abuse please complete the Suspected Child Abuse Reporting Form or Call (530) 458-0280 to make a report. A social worker is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Service area: El Dorado County — local child-protection reporting context.
El Dorado — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE, PLEASE CALL: El Dorado County CPS 24-hour HOTLINE (844) 756-3699 For general questions, you may also contact CPS staff at our main office lines, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Placerville (530) 642-7100 South Lake Tahoe (530) 573-3201
Service area: Glenn County — local child-protection reporting context.
Glenn — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Child Welfare Services (CWS) in Glenn County are provided by the Health and Human Services Agency Child Protective Services Unit. The unit is composed of social workers who are trained in Child Welfare Services and the investigation of child abuse reportings.
Service area: Lake County — local child-protection reporting context.
Lake — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Child welfare social workers are available to take reports and respond to situations of abuse or neglect all hours of the day or night, every day of the year. Anyone concerned for the safety of a child can make a report by calling 707-262-0235.
Service area: Madera County — local child-protection reporting context.
Madera — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Child Welfare Services offered at the Department of Social Services include: Case management, Independent Living Program, Healthy Beginnings, Incredible Years Parenting Program, and Transitional Housing Plus.
Service area: Mendocino County — local child-protection reporting context.
Mendocino — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
We are here to help. If you suspect abuse of a child, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our 24/7 Emergency Response hotline is available to take your reports and provide guidance.
Service area: Monterey County — local child-protection reporting context.
Monterey — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Steps for Mandated Reporters 1. Call the Hotline at: 1-800-606-6618 or 831-755-4661 to make your report. 2. Submit the Suspected Child Abuse Report (SCAR) form to FCS by fax within 36 hours of your report. 3. Send to confidential fax number 831-796-8529 for use by mandated reporters only. Do not fax other information to this number.
Service area: Nevada County — local child-protection reporting context.
Nevada — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Abuse is the non-accidental injury of a child. It includes physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, exploitation and neglect. Any concerned person can report known or suspected child abuse or neglect. Reports can be made 24 hours per day, 7 days per week by calling 530-273-4291 or toll-free at 888-456-9380.
Service area: Plumas County — local child-protection reporting context.
Plumas — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Between 8:00am – 5:pm Monday to Friday call 530-283-6350 to report abuse After hours and on weekends, please call the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 530-283-6300, or in the event of an emergency, call 911.
Service area: Sacramento County — local child-protection reporting context.
Sacramento — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
For Mandated Reporters, please make your verbal report to the Sacramento County Child Abuse Hotline. Call (916) 875-5437 to obtain a password to complete the online "Suspected Child Abuse Report".
Service area: San Francisco County — local child-protection reporting context.
San Francisco — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Anyone can make a confidential report of suspected child abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Be prepared to provide the child’s name, address, approximate age, and situation.
Service area: San Joaquin County — local child-protection reporting context.
San Joaquin — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Social workers will review your provided information and determine if CPS will respond directly. Children’s Services must meet specific requirements for action, and the child’s safety, well-being, and best interest are always our top priorities.
Service area: San Luis Obispo County — local child-protection reporting context.
San Luis Obispo — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Child Welfare Services, sometimes referred to as Child Protective Services (CPS), aims to provide for the safety and stability of children and youth who are at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Service area: San Mateo County — local child-protection reporting context.
San Mateo — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Suspected child abuse reporters can be made to the San Mateo County Children and Family Services Agency 800-632-4615 or your local police or sheriff departments.
Service area: Sierra County — local child-protection reporting context.
Sierra — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
When a referral is received, the social service staff obtains facts from the person making the referral to determine if the referral alleges abuse, neglect, or exploitation. The emergency response staff determines if an in-person response is indicated. Whenever a report indicates the need for protection, CPS will:
Service area: California statewide information or county-resource referral. Local providers decide eligibility, service availability and intake requirements.
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Use the child-protection agency for the county relevant to the report.
Service area: California statewide information or county-resource referral. Local providers decide eligibility, service availability and intake requirements.
Service availability
The linked training site offers general and profession-specific modules; this guide does not establish an individual reporter’s full legal duties.
Tehama — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE CALL 1-800-323-7711 Child Abuse Hotline The Child Abuse Hotline is available 24hrs a day, every day to receive reports and investigate suspected child abuse.
Service area: Trinity County — local child-protection reporting context.
Trinity — county source; retain reporting purpose, time and mandated-reporter qualifiers
Child Protective Services takes reports of suspected child abuse and neglect for all children living in Trinity County. Reports can be made by Mandated Reporters and community members to the Child Abuse Hotline at 530-623-1314 24 hours a day. Please use discretion by making non-emergent reports during regular business hours whenever possible.