
Items Tagged with "Child Abuse"
Pinwheels for PreventionThe colorful pinwheels that dot the East State Street lawn in front of the Athens County Children Services sign will serve to remind the people of Athens that April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. The pinwheels were planted by Athens County Children Services and Prevent Child Abus Read More... |
Intake - Report of Abuse and NeglectIn 2010, the agency received 1360 referrals of abuse and neglect, with an average of 113 referrals per month. The total number of referrals assigned for investigation or assessment was 446. Suspected child abuse or neglect is often brought to our attention by a neighbor, family member, or fri Read More... |
Child Abuse Prevention MonthChild Abuse Prevention Month at ACCS Highlights of Child Abuse Prevention month include the County Commissioners Proclamation, the raising of our Children’s Flag, Pinwheels for Prevention, and various educational and prevention pieces throughout the month. Athens County Children Services larg Read More... |
