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Child Abuse and Neglect. If you know or suspect that a child is being abused or neglected, please report it immediately. Anyone can file a report of abuse or neglect. The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to protecting children.
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The DPPC Abuser Registry is effective July 31, 2021, and is...
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- DPPC Abuser Registry
Under Massachusetts law, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state agency that receives all reports of suspected abuse or neglect of children under the age of 18. DCF depends on reports from professionals and other concerned individuals to learn about children who may need protection.
300 Granite Street, Suite 404, Braintree, MA 02184. DPPC Official Website. DPPCregistry@mass.gov. Open Monday through Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (857) 403-0295. Submit Website Feedback.
Massachusetts Department of Children & Families. show more. Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Report child abuse or neglect. Learn what to do if you know or suspect a child is being abused or neglected. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911. Contacts. Report Child Abuse. Phone.
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) works in partnership with families and communities to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. In most cases, DCF is able to provide supports and services to keep children safe with parents or family members. When necessary, DCF provides foster care or finds new permanent families for children through kinship, guardianship or adoption.