Child Protective Services - Lancaster, Lancaster County Department of Social Services
9049 Mary Ball Road, Lancaster, VA 22503
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
8am to 4:30pm from Monday through Friday
(804) 786-8536
Voice
Languages
Spanish
Application process
Telephone referral
Service area
Lancaster, VA
Receives reports of abuse and neglect; conducts investigations to determine validity of the CPS reports; and provides services that enhance child safety and prevent further abuse and neglect to families and children.
What's Here
Providing organization
Lancaster County Department of Social Services
Administers public assistance programs (SNAP, MEDICAD, TANF, CHILDCARE) and investigates complaints of child/adult abuse (CPS/APS). Assist with screening for LongTerm Care screenings and provides referrals to other community resources.