Child abuse can take many forms - it can be physical, verbal, emotional, or it can be due to neglect. According to the , in 2012 nationally more than 680,000 children were considered abused or neglected, and an estimated 1,640 kids died as a result. Here to discuss child abuse and prevention in Greater Cincinnati are Moira Weir, director of Hamilton County Job and Family Services, and Dr. Robert Shapiro, director of the Child Abuse Team at .
Other local resources:
Hamilton County Abuse Hotline: 241-KIDS
For more information or assistance contact Beech Acres or the Family Nurturing Center:
Beech Acres:
Family Nurturing Center: