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Child Abuse
Report Child Abuse and Neglect 855 O-H-CHILD
Ohioans who suspect child abuse or neglect now only need to remember on phone number.
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has launched 855-O-H-CHILD (855-642-4453), an automated telephone directory that will link callers directly to a child welfare or law enforcement office in their county.
Reports can be anonymous.
What information do I need to make a report?
- The name and address of the child you suspect is being abused or neglected
- The age of the child
- The name and address of the parents or caretakers
- The name of the person you suspect is abusing or neglecting the child and the address if available
- The reason you suspect the child is being abuse and neglected
- Any other information which may be helpful to the investigation
- You have the option of giving your name or reporting anonymously. Giving your name can help the investigator clarify information. The agency will not give your name to the person suspected of abusing the child.
Please Note: All of the above information is not needed to make a report. If you are not sure you have enough information to report, always err on the safety of the child. Children services screens all reports to determine if there is enough information to investigate.
What happens after a report is made?
In Ohio, after a report is made,
- A child protective services investigator will interview the child, family members & others as deemed appropriate.
- The investigator determines if the child is being abused or is at risk for abuse.
- The case may be referred to local social service agencies, or to juvenile, family or criminal court.
What is a mandated reporter?
A mandated reporter is someone required by law to report if they suspect or know that child abuse if occurring. A list of mandated reporters for Ohio includes:
- Attorneys
- Audiologists
- Child care workers
- Children Services personnel
- Clergy
- Coroners
- Day care personnel
- Dentists
- Nurses
- Physicians including hospital interns and residents
- Podiatrists
- Psychiatrists
- School authorities, employees and teachers
- Social Workers
- Speech Pathologists
- Animal Control Officers/Agents
855 O-H-CHILD, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
Columbus 43219
Description:
Report Child Abuse and Neglect 855 O-H-CHILD
Ohioans who suspect child abuse or neglect now only need to remember on phone number.
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has launched 855-O-H-CHILD (855-642-4453), an automated telephone directory that will link callers directly to a child welfare or law enforcement office in their county.
Reports can be anonymous.
What information do I need to make a report?
- The name and address of the child you suspect is being abused or neglected
- The age of the child
- The name and address of the parents or caretakers
- The name of the person you suspect is abusing or neglecting the child and the address if available
- The reason you suspect the child is being abuse and neglected
- Any other information which may be helpful to the investigation
- You have the option of giving your name or reporting anonymously. Giving your name can help the investigator clarify information. The agency will not give your name to the person suspected of abusing the child.
Please Note: All of the above information is not needed to make a report. If you are not sure you have enough information to report, always err on the safety of the child. Children services screens all reports to determine if there is enough information to investigate.
KinshipOhio
Cincinnati Ohio 45202
Description:
A Web site featuring kinship resources for Ohio "kin caregivers." The Web site is hosted by Public Children Services Association of Ohio. For more information regarding available services and County contacts download the Ohio Kinship Care GuideBook: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS%2008146/pdf/
| This site provides a broad continuum of family arrangements and governmental support for when a child is placed out of the parents’ home. Arrangements range from informal to judicially ordered. Families may qualify for additional benefits. To learn more, contact your local Ohio Kinship and Adoption Navigator Program toll-free at 1-844-OHIO-KAN. A navigator can direct both kin and adoptive families to benefits available through the county Department of Job and Family Services (JFS) and online at Benefits.Ohio.gov. Resources can also be obtained through the Ohio Benefit Bank. | |
Ohio Grandparent Kinship Coalition
Columbus 43215
Description:
The Ohio Grandparent Kinship Coalition (OGKC) is an organization across Ohio which assists caregivers taking care of children other than their own when the parents are unwilling or unable to care for them. The OGKC is an organization consisting of kinship caregivers, kinship caregiver advocates and agencies throughout Ohio.
OGKC Purpose:
- Educate kinship caregivers and agencies regarding state and national programs /issues affecting kinship caregivers
- Advocate at local, state and national levels for support of kinship families
- Provide a networking system for caregivers and agencies
- Link caregivers with services in their communities
- Connect new kinship care programs with speaker’s bureau
- Conduct statewide conferences
Recovery Village
Umatilla Florida
Description:
Warren County Children Services
Lebanon Ohio 45036
Description:
The Mission of Warren County Children Services is to serve families in need and protect children who are abused, neglected, or dependent through collaboration with our partners and the support of the community.
Contact the Program Director at 513.233.4806 or visit http://www.co.warren.oh.us/ChildrenServices/Care/Default.aspx for information about how and when to report suspected child abuse, adoption and foster care.
Warren County Department of Job and Family Services
Lebanon OH 45036
Description:
The Warren County Department of Job and Family Services is a county, state and federally supported agency responsible for basic financial, medical and social services programs that are mandated by the State Legislature. Programs are available to ensure that no one is forced to go without food, clothing, shelter, medical care and necessary life sustaining services because of lack of resources. Along with those necessary support services, Warren County Human Services provides education and training to help individuals find quality jobs enabling them to move from short term assistance to independence and self-sufficiency in the shortest time possible.
Telephone:
- 513-695-1420- Main Phone Line
- 513-695-1600- Adult Protective Services After-Hours Hotline
- 844-640-6446- Statewide IVR/Call Center
- Fax: 513-695-2940
- Email: WARRE_CDHS_INFO@jfs.ohio.gov