The following document is a directory of resources around Luzerne County to help assist in various areas. Feel free to contact your child's guidance counselor for further assistance into selecting the right resource for you.
ChildLine is part of a mandated statewide child protective services program designed to accept child abuse referrals and general child well-being concerns, and transmit the information quickly to the appropriate investigating agency. ChildLine is responsible for receiving verbal and electronic referrals 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Additionally, child abuse investigation outcomes and general protective services assessment outcomes are submitted to, reviewed, and finalized by ChildLine specialists. Cultural sensitivity and courteous demeanor will be displayed at all times to all callers.
Call ChildLine 1-800-932-0313 to report suspected child abuse or general child well-being concerns.
Safe 2 Say
Say Something Anonymous Reporting System allows you to submit secure & anonymous safety concerns to help identify and intervene upon at-risk individuals BEFORE they hurt themselves or others. You can do this by reporting observed threats, behaviors, actions and harassment. Here is an example of some of the most common behaviors and incidents to report:
» Assault
» Abuse (physical, verbal)
» Bullying or regular intimidation
» Bragging about an upcoming planned attack
» Depression, anxiety or loss of self-control
» Fighting
» Gun Violence / Violence
» Harassment
» Hopelessness, excessive guilt or worthlessness
» Reckless behavior
» Social isolation or withdrawal
» Substance abuse
» Suicide threats, cutting or other self-harm
» Theft
» Threats
» Weapons (use of and/or discussion about)
Say Something Anonymous Reporting System allows you to submit secure & anonymous safety concerns to help identify and intervene upon at-risk individuals BEFORE they hurt themselves or others.