Child Protection Services - Norman County Social Services
15 2nd Avenue East, Room 108, Ada, MN 56510
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County social services assess family's need for services without regard to family income. If further services are needed, such as foster care placement or counseling, counties may charge a fee based on family income.
Norman County, MN
Description
Accepts and responds to and/or investigate reports of child abuse, neglect or abandonment. Services may include: - Accept reports of abuse - Assessment of the initial referral - Consultation to individuals who suspect abuse - Consultation with the family to determine the nature of the problem - Dependency investigation - Ongoing support services for children and their families - Temporary placement of children who are removed from the home - Works with the family toward unification or reunification NOTE: In addition to taking reports, child protection screeners are available to explain the reporting statues, answer questions regarding agency practices and discuss other resources and strategies when reports do not meet criteria for assignment for child protection investigation.
Last assured
05/16/2024
Providing organization
Norman County Social Services
Programs that provide financial assistance in the form of cash grants or purchase of services for eligible low-income and indigent individuals and families to ensure that they have basic income and access to essential medical, nutritional, and supportive services.