Child Protective Services - Christiansburg, Montgomery County Social Services
210 Pepper Street Southeast, Suite B, Christiansburg, VA 24073
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
1-800-552-7096 toll free available 24/7
Spanish
Walk-ins and telephone referrals.
Montgomery, VA
Identifies, assesses, and provides services to children and families in an effort to protect children, preserve families, whenever possible, and prevent further maltreatment. A non-punitive in its approach and is directed toward enabling families to provide adequate care for their children. Local departments of social services are responsible for receiving reports of abuse and neglect; conducting investigations to determine the validity of the CPS reports; and providing services that enhance child safety and prevent further abuse and neglect to families and children. Develops statewide public awareness and education programs and administrates state and federal grants to prevent abuse and neglect.
Montgomery County Social Services
Assists families and individuals in becoming socially and economically self-sufficient and independent. Benefits programs include temporary assistance for needy families, food stamps, Medicaid, energy assistance, general relief, fraud prevention, children's medical security insurance. Social work programs include adoption, adult services/adult protective services, and child protective services, day care services for children, foster care, court services; and employment services for welfare recipients.