Prevent Child Abuse of Dearborn and Ohio County

Prevent Child Abuse of Dearborn and Ohio County A child is abused every 10 seconds. Dearborn and Ohio County reports suggest that over 1,000 kids are reported abused or neglected each and every year.

Many are under the age of five and don't know that it is wrong or don't know how to dial for help or to tell someone. Others live in fear of telling, and don't realize what a relief they could feel if there was help for their family. We can only be a stronger, safer community if we face our challenges head on and combat the abuse. Tell someone. Someone is counting on you...maybe it's you!

04/14/2020

Please pay close attention to children. During this difficult time, it's been said that there is concern for an spike in child abuse and also domestic abuse. If you suspect child abuse,you can make an anonymous report to 1-800-800-5556. This doesn't mean that there is confirmation of abuse but that you care enough to have someone check out your concerns.

09/20/2019

Hi friends: At this time, there is a lot of concern about child abuse in our area. I, too am devastated by the news and and video. I've had calls about "what can i do for children, for foster care families, etc." To you and everyone else who deeply cares for kids...get involved, volunteer, support kids, encourage them, smile, celebrate them, look out for signs of distress, be curious and cautious of those who are in close contact with children, and be bold and direct your concerns and questions to a professional to check out. Please do all you can to protect children. They deserve a great life and it's up to all of us...family, friends and concerned citizens to make sure they receive it. If you suspect abuse and neglect, you can report it anonymously at 1-800-800-5556. Please share.

08/09/2019

In the line of work I have been blessed to be a part of, preventing abuse and neglect, there are some parts that are hard to hear about, talk about, live with but in August, even in every other month of the year, we need to know and spread this information, and work as parents and others to make changes. If you read on, and I think you should, will you promise to share? It's so important for children.
In the U.S. alone, 160,000 children miss school each and every day for fear of a bully.
Peer rejection starts about at age 3 -4.
For college kids, sexual assault and/or r**e often occurs within the first weeks of the semester for both girls and boys. 1 in 4 girls, and 1 in 10 boys. 1 in 3 girls if alcohol is involved. Speak out...but more importantly, be aware of who you are with, what you are doing. Don't walk alone, or be alone with someone you are not comfortable with.
Children with disabilities are twice as likely to experience abuse.
There are many more statistics that are hard to read, even post but as school starts back, and children are off starting college, or getting interested in dating in middle/high school, we need to talk to our children, to guide them and protect them the best we can. Promote respect and kindness and let kids know they can share anything with us and we will get through it. First and foremost, begin with kindness and model that to all children. Ask tough questions if needed and talk about inclusion, exclusion, disrespect, dating, etc., even at a young age. If children mean a lot to you, please share and respond with a pledge of "I'll do my best for all children." Thank you.

01/31/2019

So proud to be a "Big"! I wish I would have had one growing up. This program has introduced me to some amazing "littles" and we've shared many extraordinary moments. Volunteering helps to instill the point that this life isn't all about you...it's about a life served for others! Thanks to all those associated with Big Brothers/Big Sisters and all mentoring programs! Please consider being a "Big" today!

12/08/2018

Free movie today at Greendale Cinema at 10 a.m. The Polar Express! I hope you and your family are coming!

11/14/2018

PCA meeting is cancelled for Thursday, Nov. 15!
Do to possible inclement weather expected in Southeast Indiana on Thursday morning and parents and professionals either on delay or unable to travel to the Prevent Child Abuse morning meeting scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 15th, will be postponed until December and we will verify date, time and location next week. Please share with your staff and families that may have been planning to attend. Also, share the information on the free movie on Dec. 8th, ...I have heard that you've been promoting it!!! If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call 1-800-800-5556. Thanks so much. Suzzi Romines, PCA

09/19/2018

Prevent Child Abuse invites you to their general meeting. Thursday, Sept. 20th 8:30 a.m. SIEOC in Aurora!
Please share!

09/12/2018

Logan Weber, a well-known motivational speaker will be at LHS on Thursday, Sept. 13 6-7 p.m. to talk about relationships, bullying prevention, etc. Please spread the word and plan to attend.

60,000 kids in the U.S. miss school each and every day for fear of a bully! Our local Prevent Child Abuse organization w...
08/09/2018

60,000 kids in the U.S. miss school each and every day for fear of a bully! Our local Prevent Child Abuse organization will be the recipient of split the pot tonight at Music on the River (Thursday, August 9th). Please plan to attend and support our child abuse prevention organization, as we offer education and and free child and family activities. Donations can also be mailed to Prevent Child Abuse, P.O. 3884, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025. I support PCA not only for my kids but for all kids! Let's work together to prevent abuse! Please feel free to update this post with your loved ones photos and share! We can all make a difference. Come to downtown Lawrenceburg tonight for Great music and even greater causes to support!

It's summer. Let's all be mindful of children in our cars. Hot cars are dangerous, so remember to never leave a child (...
06/26/2018

It's summer. Let's all be mindful of children in our cars.
Hot cars are dangerous, so remember to never leave a child (or pet!) in the car on a hot day. On an 80 degree day, temperatures inside a parked car climb to over 100 degrees in fifteen minutes, even with the windows cracked. Parents of young children should be especially careful as infants and toddlers are especially vulnerable to heatstroke.

And while many may comment and say that there is no need for a reminder such as this, unfortunately, these stories happen more often than you might think. This month, the National Safety Council released a report showing that 47 children died from hot car exposure in 2017, an increase from the reported 39 children in 2016.

Preventing Heatstroke
Many of these cases have similar details. In some a car was accidentally left unlocked in a driveway and a child climbed inside to play hide-and-seek. In others a parent thought that they would just be inside the store for a few minutes. These cases all share another similarity though: they can be prevented. As a parent, what can you do to help prevent this kind of situation from happening in your own family? Here are five suggestions to add to your routine to help you prevent a similar tragedy from occurring for your own family.

Always lock the doors, and keep keys and fobs out of reach – Make sure that your car doors are locked and that your keys and fobs are put them somewhere that children can’t get to them. This can help prevent curious kids from getting in a car and getting locked inside.
Take your child inside to the store with you, even if it’s just a quick trip and even if it isn’t a hot day. This can help build up the routine to help keep you from forgetting. We know it can be stressful shopping with children, though, and so we’ve created some tips to make that feel easier too!
“Look when you lock.” – Open the rear door of your car or turn around in your seat to look behind you just to make sure everyone is out of the car before you lock. Try to make a habit of doing this even when traveling alone (and it could always help you to remember your purse, sunglasses, or something else, too!)
Keep something necessary for shopping or work in the back seat. Put your purse or wallet on the seat next to your car-seat. This gives you another reason to turn around and look back, helping to build up the habit of looking even on routine days where your child isn’t in your care.
If you see a child in car alone, call 911 – Even on a 75 degree day, the inside of car can reach 100 degrees within ten minutes, and a child’s body can overheat 3 to 5 times faster than an adult. If you see a child left in a car alone, call 911 for assistance. It’s far better to be safe than sorry!
By following these tips, you can help prevent heatstroke and avoidable accidents that have lifelong consequences. For more information, visit Safe Kids Worldwide’s “Take Action to Prevent Heatstroke” landing page.

Do you have other ideas to help prevent heatstroke in children? Let us know by tweeting us or by leaving a comment on our page! Please share and visit www.preventchildabuse.org.

04/25/2018

Wednesday, April 25th is Denim Day...please wear denim...jeans, a jacket, etc. in support of sexual violence prevention.
On Denim Day, people wear jeans on purpose to protest the myths surrounding sexual violence in all its forms and to signal their support for survivors. Denim Day is now observed across the U.S. from LA to NYC, in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Each year, in the spirit of the very first Denim Day, supporters organize activities for their corporations, government agencies, military bases, high school and college campuses thereby creating a true people’s campaign to spread sexual assault awareness and education. Denim Day along with many other initiatives like V-Day and Take Back The Night paved the way for the current . Help prevent abuse.

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