Abuse, Neglect and Foster Care
This article describes your legal rights about abuse, neglect and removal of children into foster care.
By: Central Virginia Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Child Abuse Hotline
(Separate Website)
Click above to go to the Department of Social Services webpage containing the current number for the child abuse hotline.
Department of Social Services Foster Care Webpage
(Separate Website)
Click above to learn more about foster care from the Virginia Department of Social Services.
How Can I Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect?
(Separate Website)
Click about to read SCAN's (Stop Child Abuse Now) website on what you can do to help prevent child abuse and neglect.
The Virginia State Bar Webpage
(Separate Website)
For more information on this topic, click above to go to the Virginia State Bar's webpage.
Helping You Help Your Child: A Focus On Education
Understanding Your Domestic Relations Rights in Virginia
(Separate Website)
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