Release – Pa Family Support Alliance Predicts Child Abuse Reports in Pennsylvania Could Increase this Fall, October 8, 2021 Due to the pandemic, many children remained socially isolated; School personnel and community members need to learn the warning signs of abuse and neglect; anyone who suspects abuse and neglect should report it Harrisburg, Pa.– As […]
The Meadville Tribune: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
HARRISBURG, Pa. – In the decade since the revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those […]
The Hunstville Item: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
HARRISBURG, Pa. – In the decade since the revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those […]
The Tribune-Democrat: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
In the decade since the revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those who give their […]
Washington Times Herald: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
HARRISBURG, Pa. – In the decade since the revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those […]
New Castle News: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
HARRISBURG, Pa. – In the decade since the revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those […]
The Sunbury Daily Item: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
HARRISBURG, Pa. – In the decade since the revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those […]
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic Violence can happen in any home, in any neighborhood, to any family or child. Domestic violence has historically increased during pandemics and economic crises, two issues families and children currently face. Recognizing domestic violence is crucial to providing support to the children who are impacted. A partner […]
National Bullying Prevention Month
Children who are bullied may feel helpless, fear retaliation or backlash from reporting bullying, and may think they are socially isolated from receiving support. Indicators of bullying can include: Declining grades/attention in the classroom Changes in regular habits and routines, including eating and getting ready in the morning Difficulty sleeping or experiences with nightmares Avoidance […]
The Sharon Herald: Sandusky case spurred major changes to beef up reporting of suspected abuse
HARRISBURG – In the decade since revelations about the predatory sexual abuse of children perpetrated by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, lawmakers have passed more than two dozen bills intended to better protect children. Some of that legislation dramatically changed the requirements for those who work with children and those who give […]
