How do I report someone to CPS in Kentucky?

​If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, please contact the statewide Child Abuse Hotline toll free at (877) 597-2331 to make a report. You also may go online to the Child Reporting System Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern time to make a report.

Can you call CPS anonymously in Kentucky?

Reports may be anonymous. Kentucky’s child protection agency offers the following guidelines for reporting suspected abuse or neglect on its website. Try to provide: The child’s name, sex and approximate age.

How do I report to CPS?

Reporting Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect by Telephone. Call 1-800-4ACHILD (1-800-422-4453). All reports can be kept anonymous, although you may be encouraged to give your name. This hotline has access to a network of welfare agencies around the country and can direct your report to the proper authorities.

What is considered neglect of a child in Kentucky?

Continuously or repeatedly fails or refuses to provide essential parental care and protection for the child, considering the age of the child. Does not provide the child with adequate care, supervision, food, clothing, shelter, education, or medical care necessary for the child’s well-being.

How to report an incident to DSHS online?

For Provider Mandatory Reports. If you have insufficient data to complete the information required in the Online Incident Report or experience difficulties completing the report, call the DSHS Complaint Resolution Unit toll-free Hotline 1-800-562-6078 to make a report.

How to contact Department of community based services?

If you are experiencing technical difficulty, please call 1-866-231-0003, Option 3, between the hours of 8:00am to 4:30pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. You have reached Department for Community Based Services website for reporting concerns of child / adult abuse and neglect issues.

When to report to the Department of Social and health services?

If you are a mandated reporter and have reasonable cause to believe abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation or neglect has occurred to a vulnerable adult you must immediately report to the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

Where are The DCBS offices located in Kentucky?

Who We Are. DCBS services are administered through nine service regions and offices serving all 120 Kentucky counties. In addition, DCBS uses a network of contract officials to deliver services, such as child care. Service is enhanced through a close relationship and coordination with community partners.