: A written 51A Report Form must be submitted to the local DCF office within 48 hours of the oral report. Required Information : Be prepared to provide: Child's name, age, address, and primary language. Names and addresses of parents or caregivers. Details of the suspected abuse or neglect. Your contact information and relationship to the child. Training and Resources Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting - Mass.gov
Mandated reporters (such as teachers, doctors, and social workers) are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
: Call the Department of Children and Families (DCF) immediately or use the Child at Risk Hotline at (800) 792-5200.
51a.rar Apr 2026
: A written 51A Report Form must be submitted to the local DCF office within 48 hours of the oral report. Required Information : Be prepared to provide: Child's name, age, address, and primary language. Names and addresses of parents or caregivers. Details of the suspected abuse or neglect. Your contact information and relationship to the child. Training and Resources Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting - Mass.gov
Mandated reporters (such as teachers, doctors, and social workers) are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect. 51a.rar
: Call the Department of Children and Families (DCF) immediately or use the Child at Risk Hotline at (800) 792-5200. : A written 51A Report Form must be