Report Child Abuse in Iowa

If you suspect that a child is in imminent danger, please call 911 immediately.

To report suspected child abuse, please contact:

• The Department of Human Services, 1-800-362-2178

Victim Assistance Contacts at the Diocese of Des Moines:

• Sr. Jude Fitzpatrick, CHM, 515-237-5048, advocate@dmdiocese.org

• Sam Porter, Victim Assistance Advocate, 515-286-2015, Sam.Porter@polkcountyiowa.gov