# 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. --- _Updated as of December 17, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact Nevada Division of Child and Family Services._