The Department of Social Services promotes the development of healthy families and protects Virginia children from abuse and neglect with programs such as Child Protective Services (CPS) and Domestic Violence Prevention.
The Child Protective Services (CPS) Unit at the Virginia
Department of Social Services:
- Operates a 24-hour child abuse and neglect hotline
- Administers grant monies to prevent and treat child abuse
- Develops statewide public awareness and education programs
- Maintains a database of offenders and victims of child abuse and neglect
Local Social Services Departments Are Responsible For:
- Incoming reports of abuse and neglect
- Conducting investigations or family assessments for valid CPS reports
- Providing services that enhance child safety and prevent further abuse
To learn more, visit the Child Abuse & Foster Care Prevention section of the DSS website.