60 kids died from abuse or neglect last year The number of suspected child abuse cases increased slightly last year in Pennsylvania according to the Child Protective Services Report from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. There were 39,093 suspected child abuses reported. Sixty children died as the result of child abuse. Joining us on […]
The Times-Tribune: Opinion: Social media is an integral part of our lives. But it is crucial that we address the potential harm that it can have on our youth
Lawmakers across the country have recognized the need to rein in social media companies, particularly as it relates to their impact on children. In Pennsylvania, a bipartisan effort by Sens. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York County) and Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia) aims to empower parents with more control over their children’s access to these platforms. This legislation is […]
Daily Local News: Holliday: A Child’s Light brings hope to children with trauma
Leslie Holt is the founder and director of “A Child’s Light,” a non-profit organization that funds the access of mental health treatment for children who were victims of sexual assault or have experienced domestic abuse. The organization supports Chester County children and adolescents between the ages of 2-18 years old. Holt is a vocal advocate […]
Pittsburgh Child Welfare Advocate Named to Pa Family Support Alliance Board
Kim Cauley Eckel Joins statewide board to #ProtectPAKids from abuse HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the state leader in child abuse prevention, today announced the appointment of Kim Cauley Eckel to its Governing Board of Directors. “Kim recognizes the impact of a strong platform of family policies, providing concrete support and positive […]
Intervention is critical to stopping rise in suspected Pa. child abuse cases: PFSA CEO
Mandated reporters responsible for majority of abuse reports, according to annual DHS report HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services this week released its 2022 Child Protective Services Report, which shows a slight increase from 2021 to 2022 in suspected child abuse cases. Stopping the numbers from increasing any further begins with intervention […]
New Child Abuse, Neglect Virtual Training Now Available for Mandated Reporters At No Cost
Pa. Family Support Alliance to host state-approved trainings throughout August HARRISBURG, Pa. (August 7, 2023) – The PA Family Support Alliance (PFSA), Pennsylvania’s leading statewide child abuse prevention organization, announced today that new virtual trainings on recognizing child abuse and neglect are now available to help mandated reporters better understand child neglect and how best […]
CapitolWire: Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance: New child abuse, neglect virtual training now available for mandated reporters at no cost.
The PA Family Support Alliance (PFSA), Pennsylvania’s leading statewide child abuse prevention organization, announced today that new virtual trainings on recognizing child abuse and neglect are now available to help mandated reporters better understand child neglect and how best to respond to it. PFSA will host the three-hour Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse and […]
Child Protection Policies: Why They’re Essential for Faith-Based Organizations
The recent arrests of Jehovah’s Witnesses members from congregations across Pennsylvania on alleged child sex abuse charges reminds us of the responsibilities we all have for protecting the children in our care from harm. For faith-based and other organizations that work with children, it is critical that child protection be integrated into all aspects of […]
Centre Daily Times: Can I leave my child at home alone in Pennsylvania this summer? Here’s what the law says
As school is out and summer is in full swing, child care needs in Pennsylvania are back to some of the year’s highest levels. Recent trends place increased pressure on parents and guardians in the Keystone State and across the country. Workers employed in child care jobs in Pennsylvania have dropped 8.5% from pre-pandemic levels, […]
Bucks County Herald: Communities play a role in keeping kids safe
Kids across Pennsylvania are enjoying their summer break. And while school’s out and their parents are at work, it falls on all of us — parents, guardians, neighbors and community members — to make sure that we’re doing all we can to create safe, secure environments where our youngest can thrive and make unforgettable summer […]
