A Message from Shara B. Saveikis

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. During this month, we have an opportunity to reflect on the national tragedy that is known as child abuse. Child abuse happens to children of all ages and in all types of family situations. Children are abused physically, sexually, and emotionally. Child abuse happens right here in Westmoreland County as well across the state and nation.In 2020, the Westmoreland County Children’s Bureau received 6176 referrals, investigated 3315 reports of child protective services allegations (abuse) as well as 2250 reports of general protective services allegations (neglect).

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To help celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month, we have asked some of our community partners to provide information about ways to help prevent child abuse. We are very pleased to make their information available to the citizens of Westmoreland County on our web site. Please take a few minutes and explore these topics.

If you suspect a child is being abused, call Childline at (800) 932-0313 or call the Children’s Bureau directly at (724) 830-3300. Mandated Reporters can report Child Abuse and Neglect online. We must all work together to prevent child abuse and to protect the children of our county.

Topics
Tips for Parents
Promoting Healthy Families in Your Community 2007 Resource Packet
Sparing the Rod Definitely Spoils the Child
Dealing With Parental Stress
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Child Abuse and Domestic Violence
Emotional Abuse
Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Children