CHILD ABUSE

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month and the COVID-19 pandemic is a critical time to ensure the safety of and a safe living environment for children in Lehigh County.

During this crisis, there may be children subjected to abuse while quarantining at home.

Lehigh County’s Children and Youth Services stresses to the community to call the 24/7 hotline if a child’s welfare is endangered or if an incident is suspected.

The hotline number is 1-800-932-0313.

To reach Lehigh County’s local Children and Youth office, call 610-782-3064.

Resources are available to families via the county website and at childwelfare.gov during this difficult time.