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

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If you have an allegation of child abuse to report in the District of Columbia, please call 202-671-SAFE (7233).

Crisis Intervention

Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) Hotline – 202-671-SAFE (7233)
24/7 Child and Adolescent Mobile Psychiatric Service Crisis Line – 202-481-1440
24/7 Emergency Temporary Protective Orders Hotline – 800-407-5048
The Crisis Text Line
DC Victims Hotline – 844-443-5732
La Línea Directa para Víctimas de DC – 844-443-5732
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) 800-656-4673
Boys Town 1-800-448-3000

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