PARENTS 411: Self-Help Resources/Links/Contact Info
State Organization Phone
Alabama Dept. of Human Resources 334 242-9500
Alaska 24-hr hotline: 800 478-4444
Arizona Phoenix hotline: 800 541-5781
Arkansas Dept. of Human Services 800 482-5964
California Dept. of Social Services Office of Child Protective Services 916 445-2771
Colorado Denver County: 24 hr. hotline 303 727-3000
Connecticut Reporting 24 hrs: 800 842-2599
Delaware Reporting 24 hrs in-state: 800 292-9582
District of Columbia Report child abuse
Report child neglect 202 576-6762
202 727-0995
Florida Abuse Registry 800 962-2873
Georgia Dept. of Human Resources Child Protective and Placement Services Unit: 404 657-3408
Hawaii Dept. of Human Services 24hr hotline: 808 832-5300
Idaho For information and referral to regional office: 208 334-0808
Illinois In-State Parents under stress and Reporting 24 hrs: 800 252-2873
Indiana Reporting: 800 562-2407
Iowa In-state hotline: 800 362-2178
Kansas Reporting 24 hr hotline: 800 922-5330
Kentucky Local Dept. for Social Services or statewide hotline: 800 752-6200
Louisiana 24 hr hotline: 504 925-4571
Maine Reporting 24 hrs: 800 452-1999
Maryland County office of Dept. of Human Resources: Child Protective Services. Click here for Phone Listings
Massachusetts 24 hr hotline: 800 792-5200
Michigan 24 hr. hotline: 800 942-4357
Minnesota County office of Dept. of Social Services. Click here for Phone Listings
Mississippi 24 hr hotline: 800 222-8000
Missouri Reporting: 800 392-3738
Montana 24 hr. hotline: 800 332-6100
Nebraska Reporting 24 hrs: 800 471-5128
Nevada 24 hr. hotline: 800 992-5757
New York Reporting 24 hrs: 800 342-3720
New Mexico 24 hr. hotline: 800 432-2075
New Jersey 24 hr. hotline: 800 792-8610
New Hampshire In-state hotline: 800 894-5533
North Dakota Reporting: County Social Services or: 701 328-4806
North Carolina 24 hr. hotline: 800 662-7030
Ohio Dept. of Human Services Child Protective 614 466-0995
Oklahoma 24 hr. hotline: 800 522-3511
Oregon Dept. of Human Resources Childrens’ Services Division 503 945-5651
Pennsylvania 24 hr. hotline in-state: 800 932-0313
Puerto Rico 24 hr. hotline: 800 981-8333
Rhode Island 24 hr. hotline: 800 742-4453
South Carolina Dept. of Social Services Division of Child Protective and Preventive Services 803 734-5670
South Dakota Child Protective Services 605 773-3227
Tennessee Dept. of Human Services Child Protective Services 615 313-4746
Texas 24 hr. hotline: 800 252-5400
Utah 24 hr. hotline: 800 678-9399
Vermont Dept. of Social and Rehabilitation Services 802 241-2131
Virginia 24 hr. in state hotline: 800 552-7096
Washington 24 hr. hotline: 800 562-5624
West Virginia 24 hr. hotline: 800 352-6513
Wisconsin Dept. of Health and Social Services 608 266-3036
Wyoming In-State Reporting: 307 777-7922
It’s a very long road to recovery after abuse, but it’s not unreachable!!!
Here are some chat rooms, sites & forums that can help you to achieve a full recovery:
http://curezone.com/forums/s.asp?f=62&ob=t&c=1
http://www.sssalas.com/EmotionalHealing.html
http://www.catharsisfoundation.org/index.html
http://www.vansondesign.com/RecoveryCanada/SexualAbuse/Forums/
http://www.cyberrecovery.net/forums/showthread.php?t=22518
http://www.way2hope.org/family-forums/index.php?showforum=8
http://www.way2hope.org/family-forums/lofiversion/index.php?f8.html
http://s.webring.com/hub?ring=healingquest
http://www.menstuff.org/resources/resourcefiles/abuserecov.html
CHILD ABUSE ADVOCATES:
http://www.stopcsa.org/
www.dreamcatchersforabusedchildren.com
http://www.gwmedical.com/links.php
http://www.preventchildabuse.org/advocacy/position_statements.shtml
SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY:
http://www.familywatchdog.us/
http://www.fbi.gov/hq/cid/cac/registry.htm
http://www.nsopr.gov/
STRUGGLING PARENTS:
www.myspace.com/brokenmoms
http://www.crisislink.org/
http://www.parenting.org/
http://www.parents.com/
CHILD ABUSE HOTLINES:
http://reportchildabusenow.com/
http://www.childhelp.org/get_help
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/hotlines
http://www.childabuse.org/report%20abuse.html
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
http://www.ndvh.org/
http://www.domesticviolence.org/
http://www.domesticviolencehelp.org/
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/DV.html
RAPE:
http://www.rainn.org/
http://www.rapeis.org/
http://www.dancinginthedarkness.com/
http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/2402/
INCEST:
http://www.siawso.org/
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/incesthelp.html
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/ovc/help/isa.htm
http://www.heartsandminds.org/self/links/abuseincestfamilyviolence.htm
SURVIVORS:
http://www.ascasupport.org/
http://www.catharsisfoundation.org/
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/tips
http://www.wearesurvivors.org/?cat=14
MALE SURVIVORS:
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/male.html
http://www.berkshirefreepress.org/
http://www.pandys.org/malesurvivors.html
BIPOLAR/MENTAL ILLNESS:
http://www.bipolar.com/
http://www.preventmentalillness-salem.org/
http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/center_index.php?id=4
POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER:
http://www.ptsdassociation.com/
http://ptsdguide.com/ptsd-complex.shtml
http://www.bullyonline.org/stress/ptsd.htm
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/ptsd
TEEN SUPPORT SITES:
http://www.teenhelp.org/forums/mainsite.php
http://teenchallengeusa.com/
COLLEGE STUDENTS SUPPORT SITES:
http://www.mycollegetips.com/college-student-help.html
http://www.ulifeline.org/main/Home.html
http://www.strivetogether.org/resource_center/College_Students8.htm
TEEN DATING VIOLENCE:
http://www.acadv.org/dating.html
http://www.atg.wa.gov/ProtectingYouth/TeenDatingViolence.aspx
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/teen_dating_violence.html
SUICIDE & DEPRESSION:
http://www.hopeline.com/
http://help-with-depression.net/
SELF-INJURY:
http://selfmutilatorsanonymous.org/
http://www.myspace.com/towriteloveonherarms
EATING DISORDERS, ANOREXIA, BULEMIA:
http://anorexiahelp.net/
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
SUBSTANCE ABUSE:
http://www.na.org/
http://www.hbo.com/addiction/
UNWANTED PREGNANCY:
http://www.pregnancyhelponline.com/
http://www.loveourchildrenusa.org/parent_pregnant.php
http://www.familyfirstaid.org/teen-pregnancy.html
http://www.daveandtrisha.com/pregnancy.shtml
GRIEF HELPLINE:
http://grief-help.com/
http://www.grief.net/
http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/emotions/someone_died.html
http://griefhelp.org/uploads/griefhelp_20book0306open.pdf
STALKING:
http://www.stalkingbehavior.com/
http://orgs.usd.edu/savvy/stalking.html
http://www.ncvc.org/src/Main.aspx
http://www.hopeforhealing.org/stalking.html
CYBERBULLYING:
http://www.stopcyberbullying.org/index2.html
http://www.cyberbullyhelp.com/
http://www.cyberbullying.info/help.php
http://www.online-bully.com/
JUSTICE FOR CHILDREN:
http://www.jfcadvocacy.org/
http://www.childrensjustice.org/membership.html
http://www.justiceforchildrenmi.org/goals.aspx
CPS/DHS MISHANDLINGS HELPLINE:
http://www.loveourchildrenusa.org/cpsmishandle.php
http://www.childwelfare.gov/systemwide/laws_policies/
CHILDREN’S MEDICAL QUESTIONS:
http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/
http://www.webmd.com/
http://kidshealth.org/
http://children.webmd.com/guide/childrens-health-finding-help
MISSING CHILDREN:
http://hardwarehell.com/missing.htm
http://www.missingkids.com/missingkids/servlet/PublicHomeServlet?LanguageCountry=en_US
http://www.missingkids.com/missingkids/servlet/PubCaseSearchServlet?act=usMapSearch&missState=CA&searchLang=en_US
http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Missing_Children.shtml
ONLINE COUNSELING SERVICES:
PSYCHOLOGIST LOCATER:
http://locator.apa.org/
http://www.therapistlocator.net/
https://www.aacc.net/shop/ccn_search.php
http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/databases/
SUBSTANCE ABUSE, DRUG
AND ALCHOHOL RECOVERY LOCATER:
http://dasis3.samhsa.gov/
http://recoveryfinder.com/
http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
http://www.friendofbills.com/substance-abuse-recovery-information.htm
CHILD DAYCARE LOCATER BY STATE:
http://daycarelocator.net/
http://www.childcareaware.org/en/
http://daycare.com/listing.html
http://www.daycareworks.com/cg/daycare_locator.jsp
DOCTOR LOCATER BY STATE:
http://www.diagnose-me.com/regional-A.html
FAMILY & MARRIAGE COUNSELING LOCATER BY STATE:
http://family-marriage-counseling.com/
http://www.familyhelp411.com/parent%20resources/therapist_locator.php
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AUTISM AND LEARNING DISABILITIES
National Center for Learning Disabilities
US Autism & Asperger Association
EMPLOYMENT AND JOBS
Career Voyages – Apprenticeships and Internships
State Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
National Organization on Disability
Association of Small Business Development Centers
PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – Giant Eagle
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – KMart
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – Kroger/King Soopers/City Market
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – Sam’s Club
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – Target
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – Walgreen’s
Low Cost / Free Generic Prescriptions – Walmart
Medicare Patient Assistance Programs
Needy Meds Cost Assistance Programs
Partnership for Prescription Assistance (888) 477-2669
Patient Assistance Programs Center
CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND DAYCARE
Childcare Resources – Child Care Aware
Childcare Resources – from US Government
Kids Health Newletter and Information Center
National Child Care Information Center
CHRONIC ILLNESS
Chronic Illness Resources for Teens
Healing Well – Chronic Illness Resources
Improving Chronic Illness Care – Resources and Research
MedLine Plus – Coping With Chronic Ilness Resources
GRIEF AND LOSS
AARP – Grief and Loss Resources and Information
Help Guide – Grief and Loss Coping Resources
LEGAL DIFFICULTIES
FindLaw – National Lawyer Resource List
FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES
Acorn Housing Corporation – prevent foreclosure
Federal Student Aid – Free Application
Government Assistance – Benefits, Grants and Financial Aid
Medicare Website – Medication Assistance Programs
MedLine – Financial Assistance for Medical Costs
Needy Meds – Cost Assistance Programs
Partnership for Prescription Assistance (888) 477-2669
Patient Assistance Programs Center – Rx Help
Red Cross – Emergency Travel Assistance
Small Business Adminstration – Financial Assistance
U.S. Dept. Housing & Urban Development – affordable rentals
PREGNANCY ISSUES
National High Risk Pregnancy Support Network
Planned Parenthood: 1-800-230-PLAN
Postpartum Support International
USA: National STD Hotline : 1-800-227-8922
SENIOR CITIZENS’ SERVICES
Alliance for Aging Research – 1-800-639-2421
Bridging The Prescription Coverage Gap
Eldercare Locator – 1-800-677-1116
Medicare Website – Medication Assistance Programs
National Council on Aging – 1-800-424-9046
National Institute on Aging – 1-800-222-2225
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND WEIGHT ISSUES
America on The Move – Steps to a Healthier Life
Center for Disease Control and Prevention – Obesity Information and Resources
Daily Strength – Obesity Support Group (and other health issues)
Healthy Counties Database – Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs
Healthy Food Assistance Programs
Nutrition for Kids – Feeding Kids Newsletter
Overeaters Anonymous Support Groups
Reliable Info on Health Topics
Revolution Health – Kids and Weight Community Forum
SparkPeople – Weight Management Tracking and Support
Stickk – Online Weight Management Incentive Program
The Daily Plate – Weight Management Tracking and Support
Weight Control Information Network
Weight Management and Obesity Resource List
Weight Watchers Community Forum
EATING DISORDERS
National Eating Disorders Information Centre
National Mental Health Information Center – Eating Disorders
National Institutes for Health Eating Disorder Resources
National Eating Disorders Organization
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ABUSE
Internet Resources on Violence Against Women
National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1 800 537-2238
OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD)
Help for Teens and Young Adults with OCD
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
Borderline Personality Disorder Resource Center
National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder – Support Group
Borderline Personality Disorder Central
ADDICTION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE ISSUES
Drug and Alcohol Resource Center 1 800 784 6776
Help Starts Here – Addiction Resources
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
Prevention Resources – Kids and Teens
Resources, Training and Action on Alcohol Issues
Treatment Facilities Resources
ANXIETY, PHOBIAS AND PANIC ATTACKS
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
National Center for Health and Wellness
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Attention Deficit Disorder Resources
CHADD – Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
Special Education Resources on the Internet (SERI)
DEPRESSION
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Depression Experience Journal – Children/Families
Every Minute – National Depression Resource List
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
National Institutes for Health – Depression Resources
POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
Mental Health Sanctuary Resources
Mental Health Today PTSD Resources
SUICIDE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION
Every Minute Suicide Prevention – Resources & Support
Global Directory of Suicide Hotlines
Hopeline : 1-800-SUICIDE / 1-800-784-2433
http://www.suicidehotlines.com
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Low Income Mental Health Services Locator
SAVE – Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
Information on Child Abuse
Following is a list of Web sites containing useful information on child abuse as well as effective parenting. Many of the organizations who sponsor the sites use offer additional resources such as consultation, training, research, advocacy, or dissemination of information on child abuse.
American Humane – Devoted to preventing cruelty, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children and animals.
Center for Effective Parenting – Provides helpful parenting information.
Child Care Aware – Committed to helping parents find the best information on locating quality child care and child care resources in their community.
Child Welfare League of America – Child Welfare League of America National Data Analysis System CWLA, in cooperation with the nation’s state child welfare agencies, provides a comprehensive, interactive child welfare database. Internet users can create customized tables and graphs, as well as access to information on child abuse.
Child Welfare Information Gateway – Child Welfare Information Gateway connects professionals and concerned citizens to timely, essential information and resources targeted to the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families.
Child Welfare League of America National Data Analysis System – CWLA, in cooperation with the nation’s state child welfare agencies, provides information on child abuse in a comprehensive, interactive child welfare database.
Child Trends Data Bank – Source for the latest national trends and research on over 100 key indicators of child and youth well-being.
Children’s Action Alliance – Helps promote the well-being of children and their families through research, policy development, media campaigns and advocacy.
Children’s Defense Fund – Mission is to ensure every child a Healthy Start, a Head Start, a Fair Start, a Safe Start, and a Moral Start in life.
Children Now – Information on child abuse and on making children the top public policy priority.
Circle of Parents – Network of parent-led self-help groups where parents and caregivers can share ideas, celebrate successes, and address the challenges surrounding parenting.
Family and Marriage Counseling Directory – Articles, resources, and databases for finding family and marriage counselors.
Focus Adolescent Services – Resources on Teen and Family Issues. Topics include anger and violence; self injury such as carving, branding and marking; and abuse.
G.W. Medical Publishing – G.W. Medical Publishing is a leading clinical and forensic publisher serving the medical, legal, social service, and law enforcement communities with the resources they need to combat child abuse, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, domestic violence, child trafficking, and other maltreatment.
KIDS COUNT Data Book – Project by the Annie E. Casey Foundation to track status of children in the United States.
Life Prints Child Protection Technology – Life-Prints’ mission is to provide the most advanced technology to the Child/Infant ID market, by developing and supporting proprietary, user-friendly software that interfaces with state-of-art equipment, with levels of customer support unattainable elsewhere.
MEDLINEplus – A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.
National Data Archive on Child Abuse – Exchange among researched in child maltreatment field.
NetSmartz – Interactive, educational safety resource that teaches kids and teens how to stay safer on the Internet.
New Parents Network – Articles and information on child abuse and other topics for new parents.
Parents Anonymous – The nation’s oldest for information on child abuse prevention.
Prevent Child Abuse America – Dedicated to providing information on child abuse and inspiring hope to everyone involved in the effort to prevent the abuse and neglect of children.
Search Engine for Children – This site contains over 20,000 child-safe sites, and over 4,000 categories including the arts, computers, directories, entertainment, games, health, news, people, pre-school, school time, sports, hobbies, and family.
Stand for Children – Advocate for improvements to and funding for programs that give every child a fair chance in life.
State Sex Offender Registries – Registered sex offenders, listed by state.
The Stephanie Zimbalist Caring for Kids Fund – Judith Moose, Publicist and PR Friend to Childhelp is donating $2-3/book sold, including her up coming book, “The Greatest Cowboy of Them All,” a reflective story about Johnny Cash that will be distributed through WalMart.
TeensHealth – Created by The Nemours Foundation’s Center for Children’s Health Media, TeensHealth provides teens and families with up-to-date, jargon-free advice about health, relationships, and growing up. Topics include issues such as depression and self-cutting, abuse in the family, and safety basics such as internet safety.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Children’s Bureau – Government site featuring information on child abuse, statistics, and resources related to child welfare.
Zero to Three – Publications, reference guides to programs, projects and professional developmental services promoting the healthy development of our nation’s infants and toddlers.
SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY LINKS:
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