Child Protective Service (CPS) is the civilian agency that
investigates reports of child abuse and neglect that occur in the civilian
community and recommends support services for civilian parents if child
maltreatment has occurred and treatment is appropriate. CPS will also be
involved in reports of child maltreatment involving military families. CPS, the
Family Advocacy program, and the military and civilian law enforcement agencies
work together to protect children and ensure parents obtain the help they need.
The Massachusetts Department of Social Services is located in Boston,
MA The department has 29 offices located throughout the
state.
To report abuse or neglect call: 1-800-792-5200
For
information of foster care call: 1800-543-7508
Local parent
support groups available in communities.
Parent classes are ongoing at
Hanscom AFB.