Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Policies

Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center is committed to being a safe, helpful, and trustworthy resource, available to everyone who needs our services and support. Due to COVID-19, we are observing federal and local government public health protection guidelines. Upon arrival, visitors will complete a COVID-19 screening (questions and temperature check) and may be asked to wear a mask. If you have recently had COVID-19, you must wear a mask on the premises for the full 10 days from the date of exposure or infection, consistent with DC Health Department and CDC guidance.

To report suspected child abuse in the District of Columbia call 1-202-671-SAFE(7233)
To report suspected internet crimes against children, contact report.cybertip.org

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Archives for December 2016

Join Safe Shores at a Holiday Giving Wrapping Party!

December 2, 2016

One of our favorite times of the year - Holiday Giving Wrapping Parties! Join us for a family-friendly evening as we wrap gifts that will be donated throughout the community. Pizza and drinks are provided. RSVP to join the fun on December 6th December 10th December 14th ...

Intervention, Hope, Healing, and Rainbows!

December 1, 2016

Thank you for your support of Safe Shores this year! With your help, so far we've come to the aid over 1,000 children and families in crisis. Take, for example, 12-year old Aisha, who witnessed the murder of her mother in their own home. Terrified and left alone, Aisha called 911 and frantically tried to resuscitate her mother. Tragically, it was ...