Be a Champion for a Child
Help Windwood end child abuse in the Lowcountry. Know the signs of child abuse and neglect. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call the SCDSS 24-hour, toll free hotline at 888-227-3487.
Signs of Abuse or Neglect
- Shows sudden changes in behavior or school performance
- Has not received help for physical or medical problems brought to the parents’ attention
- Is always watchful, as though preparing for something bad to happen
- Lacks adult supervision
- Is overly compliant, passive or withdrawn
- Comes to school or other activities early, stays late and does not want to go home
- Is reluctant to be around a particular person
- Reports injury by a parent or another adult caregiver
- Is consistently dirty or has severe body odor
- Has difficulty walking or sitting
