# Child Abuse Help Resources - Minnesota ## Emergency Contacts - **National Child Abuse Hotline:** Childhelp - **Phone:** 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) - **Text:** Not available - **Website:** [www.childhelp.org](https://www.childhelp.org/) ## Statewide Child Protection Services - **Minnesota Department of Human Services – Child Protection Services** - **Phone:** 651-431-4661 (General DHS Line) - **Website:** [mn.gov/dhs](https://mn.gov/dhs) - **Services Provided:** Reporting child abuse, foster care assistance, and support for families in crisis. ## Regional Child Protection Services ### Hennepin County - **Hennepin County Child Protection Services** - **Phone:** 612-348-3552 - **Website:** [www.hennepin.us](https://www.hennepin.us/residents/human-services/child-protection) - **Specialized Services:** Investigation of reports, family assessments, and ongoing case management. ### Ramsey County - **Ramsey County Child Protection Services** - **Phone:** 651-266-4500 - **Website:** [www.ramseycounty.us](https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/health-medical/social-services/child-protection-services) - **Specialized Services:** Support for families, mandated reporting guidance, and emergency protective services. ## Reporting Child Abuse - **Minnesota Child Abuse Reporting Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-844-880-1574 (Statewide Intake) - **How to Report:** Include the child's name, address, and a description of the suspected abuse or neglect. ## Online Child Protection Services - **Minnesota Children’s Alliance** - **Website:** [minnesotachildrensalliance.org](https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/) - **Features:** Resource hubs, body safety programs, and advocacy center connections for families and children. ## Educational Resources - **Safe & Strong Child Program** - **Website:** [First Witness Child Advocacy Center](https://www.firstwitness.org/) - **Description:** A curriculum focused on body safety and empowerment for children. - **Empower Me! Curriculum** - **Website:** [Zero Abuse Project](https://www.zeroabuseproject.org/) - **Description:** K-6 educational material to teach children about safety and boundaries. ## Other Resources - **Midwest Children’s Resource Center** - **Phone:** 651-220-6750 - **Website:** [childrensmn.org](https://www.childrensmn.org/) - **Services Provided:** Medical evaluation, therapy, and advocacy for children experiencing abuse. _Updated as of December 2024. For updates or corrections, contact the Minnesota Department of Human Services._ For additional resources, please check [Minnesota Children's Alliance](https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/) or [Childhelp](https://www.childhelp.org/) for support.