Reporting Abuse or Neglect

Texas law says anyone who thinks a child, or person 65 years or older, or an adult with disabilities is being abused, neglected, or exploited must report it to DFPS.

  • If you have an emergency call 9-1-1.
  • Submit a report by calling the hotline at 1-800-252-5400, or
  • Report online at Texas Abuse Hotline

Call the Abuse Hotline toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, nationwide, or report with our secure website and get a response within 24 hours.

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Report abuse, or neglect, or exploitation of children, older adults, or people with disabilities.