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Report child abuse and neglect
The Child Abuse & Neglect Center receives and responds to reports of abuse or neglect connected to children and youth. When the situation is not a problem needing police action, reports should be made to the toll-free Child Abuse and Neglect Center (CANC) reporting line.
Child Abuse and Neglect Center 24-hour Hotline
1-833-SCC-KIDS (833-722-5437)
Report elder and dependent adult abuse
If you believe abuse is happening to an older or dependent adult, call the Adult Protective Services (APS) hotline. We respond to reports of abuse or neglect of adults who are aged 60 or older and dependent adults with physical or mental limitations between ages 18 and 59.
Adult Protective Services 24-hour Hotline
(408) 975-4900 or (800) 414-2002
If someone's life is in danger, call 911.

The Pathway Forward: Improving Child Safety in Santa Clara County
The County of Santa Clara is engaged in a thorough review of its child welfare system, with the goal of redesigning its policies and practices to provide the best possible care for children and families. Recognizing the importance of transparency in carrying out this work, the County has created a webpage that will document the review process. The webpage will be regularly updated to reflect the latest developments in this process.
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