Under Ohio law, certain professionals are required to report suspected child abuse and neglect, including law enforcement, school and day care personnel, counselors, therapists, medical/health personnel, and attorneys.

Ohio Revised Code  2151.421

 

Physical Abuse 

Sexual Abuse/ Exploitation

 

Physical Signs

Emotional or Behavioral Signs

 

Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention

Grief & Trauma

Parenting

Victims of Crimes

Children Exposed to Violence

 

Child Abuse

Neglect

Dependency

Who can be a Victim?

Emergency Situations: Call 911

Non-Emergency Situations

 

 

Alternative Response:

A family-engagement approach to child protective services (CPS)

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 Child Abuse Resources

National Parent Helpline

From Darkness to Light

Hope Shining

US Dept. of Justice

Prevent Child Abuse America

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

American Academy of Pediatrics

Child Welfare Information Gateway

and more...

 

Safety Education & Child Abuse Awareness

Internet Safety

Local Community Programs

 

Training

Funding

Legislative