Every child deserves to be safe. If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call the State Central Register at 1-800-342-3720 or call 311 and ask to be connected to the hotline. TDD: 1-800-638-5163
This new Office provides immediate assistance to City agencies and foster care and preventive service providers and Child Care and Head Start programs that have concerns about the progress of a current or closed child protective investigation. Learn more or send an online request
“Babies Sleep Safest Alone” Public Education Campaign
NYC Children’s Services and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene launched a media campaign, making parents aware of important safety tips to keep young children safe.
This booklet was created in collaboration between ACS and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Tune In
For Child Safety
The City has
launched Tune in for Child Safety, a new training program for child care workers
to help them better recognize the signs of abuse and neglect and better protect
the safety of New York City’s children.