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Child Protective Services - Martinsville, Henry Martinsville Social Services

20 Progress Drive, Martinsville, VA 24112

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
1-800-552-3431 toll free available 24/7
https://www.dss.virginia.gov/

Walk-ins and telephone referrals.

Martinsville, VA
Henry, VA

Description

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. Coordinators also provide counseling and 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

Henry Martinsville Social Services

Financial assistance programs; medical eligibility determination; Food Stamp Program; Temporary assistance to needy families; auxiliary grants to residents of adult homes; emergency and general relief; fuel assistance; information and referral; court services; foster care; day care; adoption, family planning, family therapy, employment aid. Emergency services include - housing, food, and prescriptions.