All About Preventing Abuse and Neglect
June 6, 2015
Abuse and Neglect
Abuse and neglect cannot be tolerated. Know when it's happening, what to do about it, and how to prevent it.
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Having a Conversation about Abuse and Neglect
May 5, 2015
Videos on Preventing Abuse and Neglect
Watch the videos below to be more aware of abuse and neglect! Click on the pictures below to watch!
It's Not Okay! Signs
Poster: Be Aware of Abuse and Neglect!
Wed, 05/27/2015
Download and print this poster here to share with your friends.
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Fall 2015 Newsletter: Abuse and Neglect
Wed, 05/27/2015
Supporter Article: Prevent Abuse and Neglect
May 5, 2015
Recognizing the Signs of Physical and Sexual Abuse
Physical and Sexual Abuse
Sun, 01/01/2006
Sun, 01/01/2006
What is abuse?
Physical abuse happens when someone hurts you on purpose in ways that cause injury or pain.
Sexual abuse is when someone touches you in ways or places that make you feel uncomfortable.
Who are abusers?
You can be abused by a stranger or by someone you know.
This can sometimes make it hard to tell whether you are being abused.
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Don't Be a Victim
April 4, 2002
April 4, 2002
Sometimes people think that because someone has a developmental disability, they will be an easy victim. Don't let this happen to you. There are things you can do to be a little safer. For example:
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What Can You Do To Protect Against Physical Abuse?
August 8, 2002
August 8, 2002
How does one person protect himself or herself from being physically abused? What can you do to help your family member or friend from being a victim of abuse?
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Preventing Physical Abuse
August 8, 2002
August 8, 2002
As a service provider there are some things that you can do to reduce the number of incidents of physical abuse. Check the following list and see if there is more that you could do to prevent physical abuse allegations.