Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Policies

Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center is committed to being a safe, helpful, and trustworthy resource, available to everyone who needs our services and support. Due to COVID-19, we are observing federal and local government public health protection guidelines. Upon arrival, visitors will complete a COVID-19 screening (questions and temperature check) and may be asked to wear a mask. If you have recently had COVID-19, you must wear a mask on the premises for the full 10 days from the date of exposure or infection, consistent with DC Health Department and CDC guidance.

To report suspected child abuse in the District of Columbia call 1-202-671-SAFE(7233)
To report suspected internet crimes against children, contact report.cybertip.org

Safe Shores

To report suspected child abuse / Para reportar sospechas de abuso:

1-202-671-SAFE (7233)

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Holiday Giving 2020 — Now is Always the Right Time to Do Something Good

Jump to: How is Holiday Giving different this year? Get Involved Frequently Asked Questions   A Special Year to Spread Cheer Dear Friend of Safe Shores – Each December, our team is inspired and moved by the generosity of donors who give their time and resources to ensure Safe Shoes' clients receive holiday gifts. We ♥️ the tradition of … [Read more...] about Holiday Giving 2020 — Now is Always the Right Time to Do Something Good

Safe Shores’ July Scoop: Pack2School, BIPOC Mental Wellness, New Staff & More

Check out the latest news from Safe Shores' July 2020 Newsletter.   Our Clients Need YOU! To those who have already given to our 2020 Pack2School Drive: THANK YOU! You have helped get us halfway to our goal. If you haven’t heard about our Pack2School initiative or are considering donating, please read below about Safe Shores’ efforts to … [Read more...] about Safe Shores’ July Scoop: Pack2School, BIPOC Mental Wellness, New Staff & More

DoMore, If You Can: Help Child Victims Get the Support They Need During COVID-19 and 5 Reasons to Donate to Safe Shores on #GivingTuesdayNow

For the past several years on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the US, the #GivingTuesday movement has inspired millions of people to donate money in support of countless nonprofit organizations across the globe. Similarly, United Way’s DoMore24 online giving campaign each June has endeavored mobilize online charitable giving to local … [Read more...] about DoMore, If You Can: Help Child Victims Get the Support They Need During COVID-19 and 5 Reasons to Donate to Safe Shores on #GivingTuesdayNow

April 2020 is Still Child Abuse Prevention Month… Now More than Ever

COVID-19 and Child Abuse An increase in child abuse of all types is expected during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there may not be a corresponding increase in incidents of reported child abuse until children return to school. Already, data from jurisdictions around the country are revealing dramatic drops in the rate of child abuse reports—in … [Read more...] about April 2020 is Still Child Abuse Prevention Month… Now More than Ever