Start Here Guide: Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect, Duty to Report

Lansdowne Children's Centre
Jun 25
2 min read

All Lansdowne Children's Centre staff are legally required to report to the Family and Children’s Services [CAS], any reasonable concerns of abuse.

As a parent/guardian/caregiver it is your responsibility to report any concerns regarding your child’s care and safety. Child abuse happens when a child’s parent or other person in charge harms or neglects a child.

What is physical child abuse?

Beating, slapping, hitting, pushing, throwing, shaking, burning.

What is sexual abuse?

Sexual abuse happens when a parent or other person in charge sexually molests or uses a child for sexual purposes or knowingly fails to protect a child from sexual abuse.

What is emotional abuse?

Yelling at, screaming at, threatening, frightening, or bullying a child, humiliating the child, name‐calling or saying things like: “You’re no good”. “You’re worthless”. Showing little to no physical affection or attention.

What is Neglect?

Not providing proper food and clothing, supervision, and/or medical care.

Brant Family and Children’s Services [BFACS]

519‐753‐8681

Haldimand Norfolk CAS

1‐888‐227‐5437

Ogwadeni:deo CAS

519‐445‐1864

How can I connect with a Lansdowne Social Worker and/or Child and Youth Worker?

Children and youth receiving services from Lansdowne Children's Centre and their families are eligible for Social Work and Child and Youth Work Services. Referrals can be requested by the family or youth, or may be suggested by another Lansdowne service provider working with the child and their family.

You can contact SmartStart Hub to initiate a referral request, or speak with your Lansdowne service provider.

Service needs are determined through goal-based care plans and may include individual or family intervention and support. Supportive counselling could include help with: