Report Child Abuse or Neglect in Massachusetts (DCF Child Abuse Report)
To report suspected child abuse or neglect in Massachusetts, contact the Department of Children and Families. During business hours (8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday), call the DCF area office that serves the city or town where the child lives. On nights, weekends, and holidays, call the Massachusetts Child Abuse Emergency Line at 1-800-792-5200, which is available 24 hours a day. Mandated reporters must also file a written report within 48 hours.
Who it is for
Anyone who suspects a child is being abused or neglected in Massachusetts, including mandated reporters such as teachers, medical staff, and social workers. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911 first.
Focus: Child abuse
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