Children and Families

Child Protection

Child Protection Services
Pennington County Human Services assists in child protection matters such as intervention, prevention and resolution of child abuse and neglect. Child protection Social Workers, in cooperation with law enforcement personnel, assess reports of maltreatment of children. In addition to assessment services, social services may provide protective services, individual and family counseling, out-of-home placement and case management.
Agency: Pennington County Human Services
Contact: 218.681.2880

Child Protection
Pennington County Sheriff's Department assists in child protection matters such as intervention, prevention and resolution of child abuse and neglect.
Agency: Pennington County Sheriff
Contact: 218.681.6161

Child Protection
The Thief River Falls Police Department assists in child protection matters such as intervention, prevention and resolution of child abuse and neglect.
Agency: Thief River Falls Police Department
Contact: 218.681.6161

Sexual Assault Advocacy
24 hour crisis call toll-free line, accompaniment to sexual assault Emergency Room exam, support during legal proceedings, referral to other local agencies for legal and health issues, safety planning, and group support sessions. Also providing community and school education presentations. All services free and confidential.
Agency: Violence Intervention Project
Contact: 1.800.660.6667

Parent Time Center (Umbrella Tree)
Supervised child visitation, child exchanges, referrals to additional resources. Offers a safe, neutral, and child friendly environment.
Agency: Violence Intervention Project
Contact: 1.800.660.6667