dss emergency plan
Report Child Abuse and Neglect
To report suspected child abuse or neglect, contact the SCDSS 24-hour, toll-free hotline at 1-888-CARE4US or 1-888-227-3487. This hotline is available 24 hours
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Foster Family Handbook
If the well-being of the child or any member of your family is threatened, request emergency removal by contacting the childs case worker and/or the county
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Emergency Protective Custody: A Guide for Law
The most common EPC situation arises when a child is abused or neglected. Before removing the child, the officer must have probable cause to believe that, by
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