# Child Abuse Help Resources - Nevada
## Emergency Contacts
- **National Child Abuse Hotline (Childhelp)**
- **Phone:** 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
- **Text:** Text “HELP” to 800-422-4453
- **Website:** [https://www.childhelp.org](https://www.childhelp.org/)
## Statewide Child Protection Services
- **Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS)**
- **Phone:** Statewide Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline: (833) 803-1183
- **Website:** [http://dcfs.nv.gov](http://dcfs.nv.gov/)
- **Office Locations:** Offices in Carson City, Las Vegas, and Reno
- **Services Provided:** Child protective services, foster care support, family preservation programs, and emergency shelter.
## Regional Child Protection Services
### Las Vegas
- **Clark County Department of Family Services (DFS)**
- **Phone:** (702) 399-0081
- **Website:** [https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/family-services](https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/family-services)
- **Office Location:** 701 N Pecos Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89101
- **Specialized Services:** Child abuse investigations, parenting classes, and community outreach programs.
### Reno
- **Washoe County Human Services Agency (HSA)**
- **Phone:** (775) 785-8600
- **Website:** [https://www.washoecounty.gov/hsa](https://www.washoecounty.gov/hsa)
- **Office Location:** 350 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501
- **Specialized Services:** Forensic interviews, case management, and family counseling.
## Reporting Child Abuse
- **State Reporting Hotline**
- **Phone:** (833) 803-1183 (available 24/7)
- **Website:** [http://dcfs.nv.gov](http://dcfs.nv.gov/)
- **How to Report:** Call the hotline to report suspected abuse or neglect, providing details like the child’s name, location, and nature of the concern.
## Online Child Protection Services
- **RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)**
- **Website:** [https://www.rainn.org](https://www.rainn.org/)
- **Features:** Live chat support, anonymous reporting options, and resources for abuse survivors.
- **Darkness to Light**
- **Website:** [https://www.d2l.org](https://www.d2l.org/)
- **Features:** Online training for child abuse prevention, resources for caregivers, and survivor support.
## Educational Resources
- **Prevent Child Abuse Nevada (PCANV)**
- **Website:** [http://preventchildabusenevada.org](http://preventchildabusenevada.org/)
- **Description:** Offers resources for parents, educators, and professionals on preventing child abuse, recognizing warning signs, and promoting healthy family relationships.
## Other Resources
- **Children’s Advocacy Alliance (CAA)**
- **Phone:** (702) 228-1869
- **Website:** [https://www.caanv.org](https://www.caanv.org/)
- **Services Provided:** Advocacy for child welfare policies, community programs, and public education.
- **Olive Crest Nevada**
- **Phone:** (702) 835-1900
- **Website:** [https://www.olivecrest.org/nevada/](https://www.olivecrest.org/nevada/)
- **Services Provided:** Foster care placement, family counseling, and support for at-risk children and families.
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_Updated as of December 17, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact Nevada Division of Child and Family Services._