The Child Protective Services Division investigates reports of
abuse and neglect of children. It also provides services to children and
families in their own homes; contracts with other agencies to provide clients
with specialized services; places children in foster care; provides services to
help youth in foster care make the transition to adulthood; and places children
in adoptive homes.
If you suspect a child has been abused or neglected,
or if you have any questions about whether the concern you have constitutes
abuse or neglect, please call the Abuse/Neglect Hotline at 1-800-222-8000 or 601
359-4991.
Department of Human Services refers children who have been
physical abused or neglected to foster care or other emergency shelters.