http://www.preventchildabuse.org/index.shtml
The link provided above renders information that links you to your particular state and chapters that can help you prevent suspected child abuse.
Martina McBride has a great song that is about an abused child. The song itself is very sad, but it really explains how people overlook abuse and how it can lead to the death of a child or a life of suffering mentally.
Retrieved From: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9VHl9zbCjY
http://www.preventchildabuse.org/publications/parents/downloads/ten_ways_to_prevent.pdf
http://www.preventchildabuse.org/publications/parents/downloads/recognizing_abuse.pdf
Each of the above links provides information on controlling your anger around your child and how to recognize the signs of a child whom is being abused.
CAPTA helps children have rights so that they are protected from abuse. This video is based out of Iowa but it covers the basics in what to do when you see possible child abuse. I have also added information below that has a national hotline so that no matter what state you reside you can contact someone who may help you.
Retrieved From: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-Cojs52hG4
Child Abuse Reporting Numbers in your State
Child Welfare Information Gateway
Children's Bureau/ACYF
1250 Maryland Avenue, SW
Eighth Floor
Washington, DC 20024
A listing of State toll-free numbers for specific agencies to receive and investigate reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
Child Welfare Information Gateway
Children's Bureau/ACYF
1250 Maryland Avenue, SW
Eighth Floor
Washington, DC 20024
A listing of State toll-free numbers for specific agencies to receive and investigate reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
Childhelp USA
National Child Abuse Hotline
15757 N. 78th St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(800) 4-A-CHILD
Operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, literature and referrals.
Retrieved From: http://www.childwelfare.gov/preventing/preventionmonth/
Hi Jill,
ReplyDeleteYour blog looks great. What a powerful song by Martina McBride. The video on how to detect child abuse and what to do about it was good. I hadn't really thought about how suspicious a child wearing long sleeves and pants in warm weather is. I have seen this before and thought maybe the parents were behind in their laundry (which could be the case). Like the video says, it's best to error on the side of caution. Good information!