Child Protective Services
Investigates reports of child abuse, neglect or abandonment; document substantiated cases; provide for the temporary placement of children who, for their own protection, have been removed from the custody of the adults who are responsible for their care; work with families who are experiencing a problem with child abuse with the objective of facilitating continued family unification or reunification; and provide ongoing supportive services for children in permanent placement.
Related Services
Physical Address
8 West Broad Street, Hazleton, PA 18201
Hours
24/7
Voice
Application process
Call or visit website for more information.
Fee
Government funding
Eligibility
Children of Luzerne County, Greater Hazleton area.
Service area
Luzerne, PA
Agency info
Luzerne County Children & Youth Services
Luzerne County Children and Youth Services is committed to excellence in meeting the changing and diverse needs of families and the community while protecting children and preserving families. The Agency operates on the principle that child safety and well being is best provided in the context of the family. Protection in provided through the assurance of a safe, nurturing family environment that provides for the individualized needs of each child.