Educational Materials

The educational materials here are intended for parents, caregivers, and any caring adult who wants to know the basics about preventing and responding to child abuse.

For more tips on preparing for your child’s appointment at CARES NW, check out the “What to Expect at Your Child’s Appointment” page.

Child Abuse Topics

- Book recommendations
- Videos to share with youth:
  - What is sexual abuse? Stop the Secrets that Hurt - Sexual Abuse is Confusing
  - Telling someone: Stop the Secrets that Hurt - What Happens When You Tell
- The Oregon Child Abuse Hotline accepts reports 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
  Call 1-855-503-SAFE(7233). If the child is in danger, please call 911 immediately.
- How to Respond to a Child When They Do and Do Not Disclose Abuse
- Ways Children Tell & Reasons Why They Sometimes Don’t
- What’s Normal and Expected in Child Behaviors After Abuse or Exposure to Violence

If you are searching for local resources, trying to locate basic needs support, or have additional questions about child abuse prevention, consider these resources:

Find a local Children’s Advocacy Center in your region: Find a Center - Oregon Child Abuse Solutions