Child Welfare Services
Provided by SANTA BARBARA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS)
Descriptions
A government agency that protects children and preserves families from abuse and neglect.
Scope of work includes:
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Assessing and investigating allegations of child abuse or neglect.
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Offering voluntary or court-ordered services to families to ensure child safety in the home and strengthen the family.
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Arranging placements and services for children for whom a safe return home is not possible.
Child Welfare Services (CWS) defines child Abuse by California Law as:
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Non-accidental physical injury of a child
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Sexual abuse or exploitation of a child
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Willful cruelty or unjustifiable punishment of a child
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Neglect of a child. Including failure to provide adequate food, clothing, shelter, medical care, or supervision
Eligibility
Any suspected abuse or neglect related to children under 18 years of age.
Application Process
Call 24/7 Child Abuse Hotline to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Call general information line for other matters.
Documents
None
Fees
No fee
Service Areas
- Santa Barbara County
Phone
(805) 681-4551 | Santa Barbara Office General Information Line |
(805) 346-7127 | Santa Maria Office General Information Line |
(805) 681-4402 | |
(800) 367-0166 | 24/7 Child Abuse Hotline |
(805) 737-6065 | Lompoc Office General Information Line |
Hours
Mon 8am - 4pm;
Tue 8am - 4pm;
Wed 8am - 4pm;
Thu 8am - 4pm;
Fri 8am - 4pm;
Address
234 Camino Del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110
Disabilities Access
Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids
Address
234 Camino Del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110
Listing Managed by: 211 Santa Barbara | Print Listing
Information last updated: 2025-06-20T00:00:00