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What
is child abuse or neglect?Child abuse/neglect is physically hurting
a child, sexually molesting a child, failing to provide proper care
or depriving a child of support or affection.
Do I have to report suspected child abuse or neglect?Members of the public, including professionals
who work with children, have an obligation to report to a child welfare
service provider if they have reasonable grounds to suspect that
a child is or may be in need of protection.
What are reasonable grounds?You
do not need to be sure that a child is or may be in need of protection
to make a report to a child welfare service provider. “Reasonable grounds” are
what an average person, exercising normal and honest judgment, would
suspect.
What can I do?Call Anishinaabe
Abinoojii Family Services if you suspect that a child is being abused
or neglected. You do not need to be certain that abuse or neglect
has occurred to make a report.Your identity will be confidential
and can only be shared with your permission.You cannot be sued if
you have acted based on reasonable grounds and in good faith.
What will the agency do? Anishinaabe
Abinoojii Family Services have the responsibility to investigate allegations
and to provide services to protect children and support families.IF
YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT A CHILD, PLEASE CONTACT US 24 HOURS A DAY,
7 DAYS A WEEK. YOUR CALL WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE INTAKE UNIT.
Kenora Office 468-6224
Grassy Narrows District Office 925-2525
Whitefish Bay District Office 226-2844
Whitedog District Office 927-2222 |
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