All Kentuckians are mandated reporters. If you believe a child is being abused or neglected, call the Child Protection Hotline.
For contact information in other states, please visit our Report It page.
Child help: National Abuse Hotline:
1-800-4-CHILD
or 1-800-422-4453
October 2024 is National Bullying Prevention Month. Importantly, with school faculties short on time and resources but welcoming much-needed support to address productive ways to counter bullying and connect students to mental health support, Be Strong’s Resilience program, free + anonymous Be Strong App, and Bullying Prevention Checklist is here...
By Shontelle Davis"In four short weeks I’ll have a one-year-old! I can’t believe how fast time has flown by. The coo’s turned into giggles and now come out as full-blown laughter; his small curly coils now make up a big curly afro; that gummy grin now has 4 and a...
This October 4th, the Kosair For Kids Face It Movement once again raised awareness to the critically important TEN-4 FACESp Bruising Rule and emphasized the importance of adults knowing the signs and symptoms of child abuse and how to report it. The Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute at the Lurie...
Hundreds Attend Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention Trainings and Proclamation Signing Events During Week LOUISVILLE, KY – This October 4th, the Kosair for Kids® Face It® Movement is once again bringing awareness to the critically important TEN-4-FACESp Bruising Rule, the decision tool to recognize concerning bruising on babies and young children,...
By: Krystal Abreu Like many of us, self regulation was not a skill that was modeled or practiced in my home growing up. Self regulation was something I learned about when my oldest son was in his second year of life, at a time when things felt chaotic and completely out...
This October, the Kosair For Kid Face It Movement is once again bringing awareness to the critically important TEN-4 Bruising Rule, the technique to recognize concerning bruising on young children, and emphasizing the importance of training adults on recognizing, reporting, and preventing child abuse October 2 - 4. This year...
Some of my fondest childhood memories are of sitting on the couch next to my Poppy watching CHiPs and Little House on the Prairie. My grandfather was a man of little words, he had a brain injury from a car accident and needed a cane to help him get around....
by Dr. Nancy L. Weaver You see a parent yelling at their child in public. What should you do? Let’s say you stop by the grocery store after a long day at work in a hurry to get something quick for dinner. As you’re rushing through the store, you hear a mom...
The end of summer signals the start of a new school year, a time filled with fresh opportunities, new friendships, and exciting learning adventures. Preparing your family for this transition can be a joyful and rewarding experience. Check out some encouraging tips to help you and your children navigate the...
National Parents' Day is June 28! It is a heartfelt celebration dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the incredible role parents play in shaping our lives and communities. It provides an opportunity to honor parents for their selfless dedication and the invaluable impact they have on their children's lives. Whether you're...
