How to Report Abuse and Neglect

Reports can be made in person at Perry County Childrens Services during office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. You may also call (740) 342-3836 during normal business hours.  After hours and on weekends, contact the Perry County Sheriff’s Department at (740) 342-4123 or dial 911 for emergency situations involving children.

Information that is beneficial when making a report (if known):

  • The names of all individuals in the home

  • Ages and/or dates of birth of individuals involved

  • Addresses and phone numbers of the family being reported

  • Current issues/reasons for calling

  • Current physical location of the individuals involved

  • Hazards/dangers from persons or in the home, if known

  • Any other known pertinent information