You’re Not Alone.
Here’s How to Take Action.
When a child’s safety is at risk, it can be overwhelming to know what to do. Our Resource Library provides step-by-step guides, reporting contacts, and real-world advice to help you speak up clearly—and be heard.
How to Report Suspected Abuse or Neglect
- Recognize the signs Reference Mass.gov for warning signs of abuse and neglect.
- Know when to report Understand your reporting obligations and responsibilities.
- How to file a report Call the DCF Child-at-Risk Hotline: 1-800-792-5200
- What happens after What to expect from DCF’s response and investigation.
When DCF Doesn’t Act – What You Can Do
- How to escalate concerns
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How to file a complaint with:
Office of the Child Advocate (OCA)DCF Area Directors
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How to file a complaint with:
OCF Area DirectorsLegislators or court personnel
Share Your Story (Anonymously or Openly)
Every day, foster families, caregivers, and advocates witness decisions that put children at risk — and feel powerless to stop it. But your story isn’t just a memory. It’s a message. And it could be the one that helps expose a pattern, protect another child, or push for reform.
At Guardians Unseen, we believe that stories are a form of action. When shared safely, they bring truth to light and give others the courage to speak up too.
You can share your experience anonymously or openly. We’ll never publish names, locations, or identifying details without permission. You are in control — and your story will be handled with care.
Ready to share?
Submit your experience using our secure form. Whether it’s one sentence or ten pages, what you say matters.
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