Child Protective Services - Lynchburg, Lynchburg Human Services
99 9th Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504
Eligibility
Criteria for Child Abuse
Alleged victim is under the age of 18 at the time of the report
Alleged abuser is in a caretaking role
Alleged abuse or neglect meets the definition of abuse or neglect as defined by the CPS laws, regulations and policy
The Virginia Department of Social Services local agency has jurisdiction to respond to the report
Hours
8:30am to 5pm from Monday through Friday
(434) 455-5726
Voice
Languages
Spanish
Application process
Unrestricted. Telephone referral accepted. Walk-ins accepted. Self-referral accepted.
Service area
Lynchburg, VA
Receives and investigates complaints of child abuse/neglect to determine if the act occurred and the amount of risk to the child involved. Removal or placement of children through the legal process may be necessary for the child's protection. Social Work staff also provide ongoing supportive services to families with substantiated cases of child abuse/neglect. In addition, they promote community awareness and education of child abuse/neglect.
Providing organization
Lynchburg Human Services
Encourage and support positive actions that families and individuals take toward the development of independence, self-worth, and responsible citizenship.