The goal of Child Protective Services is to identify, assess and
provide services to children and families in an effort to protect children,
preserve families, whenever possible, and prevent further
maltreatment. Child Protective Services is non-punitive in its
approach and is directed toward enabling families to provide adequate care for
their children. Anyone may report suspected child maltreatment to
local departments of social services or the statewide Child Abuse and Neglect
Hotline 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The hotline number within Virginia
is 800-552-7096 and (804) 786-8536 outside the state.