When a child is in danger, every second matters. Intervention means stepping in quickly, providing immediate safety, and connecting families to the resources they need to stop the abuse. Whether it’s a call to our hotline, a visit to our advocacy centers, or placement in a safe home, Childhelp is here — ready to act.
No matter the situation, there is always a way forward. You are not alone, and help is here.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
(1-800-4-A-CHILD)
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is staffed 24/7 by professionally trained, trauma-informed crisis counselors — never bots. It connects children, parents, caregivers, and concerned adults with immediate support, guidance, and reporting information in up to 240 languages — available by call, text, or online chat, whenever you need someone to listen.
Courage First Athlete Helpline
For Athletes, Coaches & Families in Sports
The Courage First Athlete Helpline is a free, confidential service for athletes, coaches, and families navigating abuse, harassment, or mental health concerns in sports. It offers crisis intervention, emotional support, and athlete-focused resources — available by call, text, or chat, whenever you need someone to listen.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Every call can save a child’s life. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is available 24/7 to anyone who needs help — children, parents, teachers, neighbors, or professionals. With calls, texts, and chats answered by trained counselors, it’s often the first step toward protecting a child from harm.
Don’t wait. If you suspect abuse or need guidance, reach out today.
Childhelp’s intervention services are built to respond with urgency, compassion, and coordination. Our model ensures that children are protected the moment a risk is identified, while families and caregivers receive the guidance they need to move forward.
This approach makes Childhelp more than a responder in a crisis — we are a partner in building pathways from danger to safety, and from trauma to healing.
When abuse is happening, waiting is not an option. A child in crisis needs immediate action to ensure their safety and to begin the process of healing. Intervention provides that lifeline — stopping abuse in its tracks, reducing the harm of trauma, and giving families the resources they need to move forward. It is the critical bridge between danger and recovery.
Childhelp’s intervention programs save lives by:
Every moment matters. Acting now means protection, healing, and the chance for a safer tomorrow.
Anyone — children, parents, relatives, neighbors, professionals, or community members who suspect a child is in danger.
Yes. The hotline, advocacy center services, and most resources are free of charge.
Yes. Calls, texts, and chats with our hotline are confidential unless we are legally required to report imminent danger.
