The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston requires compliance with applicable laws regarding incidents of actual or suspected child abuse including abuse involving child on child conduct. Failure to report suspected physical or mental abuse or neglect of a child in Texas is a crime punishable by fine, imprisonment, or both.
PERMISSION TO MAKE A REPORT IS NOT REQUIRED OR EXPECTED. ERR ON THE SIDE OF MAKING A GOOD FAITH REPORT RATHER THAN FAILING TO DO SO.
Immediately contact Child Protective Services (CPS) of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at 1-800-252-5400 and Local PoliceDepartment
Immediately contact Child Protective Services (CPS) of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at 1-800-252-5400 and Local Police Department
Diane Vines, Victims’ Assistance Coordinator Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, Post Office Box 907, Houston, Texas 77001
Email: vac@archgh.org or 713-654-5799 (confidential voice mail)
Immediately contact Child Protective Services (CPS) of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at 1-800-252-5400 and Local Police Department
Director, Office of Child and Youth Protection, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, 1700 San Jacinto Houston, Texas 77002, 713-652-4499