Today, Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach issued a proclamation recognizing April 2020 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Brown County.
“Everyone has a role to play in promoting the social and emotional well-being of children and families in our community,” says Streckenbach. “I’m calling on everyone to dedicate ourselves to the task of improving safety and the quality of life for children in Brown County, especially in these difficult times.”
In addition, Executive Streckenbach recognizes the vital role that Child Protection Services (CPS) workers play in keeping kids safe and strengthening families in Brown County. If anyone believes a child is being abused or neglected, please call (920) 448-6035 to make a report. Local resources like 211 and Family Services Crisis at (920) 436-4360.
About Child Protection Services
Child Protection Services’ efforts are directed toward preserving the unity of families when possible through assisting parents in better understanding and fulfilling their responsibilities. A coordinated service team approach to providing assistance, connecting families with community resources, partner agencies, and natural supports, is encouraged.
Services include investigation of reports of abuse and neglect as well as service coordination and child protection intervention when reports are substantiated. In some instances, children may receive foster care or kinship care arranged by the Department while safety issues in their natural homes are addressed. Efforts in such instances are extended toward reuniting families when possible and achieving permanence for children always.
