Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jordan Scheff, commissioner of the state Department of Developmental Services, during a hearing Tuesday in the Legislative Office ...

More training for DDS workers could be added after a report cited more than 4,000 allegations of abuse and neglect in 2024.

This story was updated on April 25 at 9:45 to clarify the Disability Rights Center’s interpretation of state law. The ...

This story was originally produced by the New Hampshire Bulletin, an independent local newsroom that allows NHPR and other outlets to republish its reporting. During a meeting meant to address safety ...

Indiana's child abuse hotline (1-800-800-5556) accepts reports of suspected abuse and neglect and connects families with support services. Preventing child abuse and neglect saves money long-term.

Seven out of 1,000 children nationwide were victims of abuse or neglect in 2024.

The Department of Children and Family Services has been under intense scrutiny after high-profile cases in which children ...

Mark Snyder’s eighth-grade government students at Shirland School have been studying the meaning of citizenship. As part of their study, students have learned that citizens have several rights, ...

A memorial flag raising in Redding on Friday will honor children in Shasta County who have died because of abuse and neglect, ...