Versailles, In. — The Indiana Department of Children’ Services, Prevent Child Abuser Indiana and the Kids First Trust Fund will hold a carnival-themed awareness event Thursday, April 25 at the Tyson Activity Center in Versailles from 5 to 7 p.m.
The event includes games, guest speakers and lots fun and information on how to prevent and spot child abuse.
How can you help prevent abuse and neglect?
- If you suspect abuse or neglect, please call the Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-800-5556.
- Reach out to parents that you know and offer a hand or emotional support.
- Volunteer time to programs that help parents.
- Let all of the children in your life know that that they can depend on you.
- Advocate for community services to help families.
- Report suspected child abuse or neglect.
- Consider becoming a foster parent.
More information and resources on preventing child abuse and neglect, click here.