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Description: Organizations that support the passage and enforcement of laws that protect children from arbitrary treatment, abuse, neglect, exploitation and other forms of maltreatment; and which promote social measures that are designed to enhance the well-being of children. (AIRS TD-1600.3100-140)

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NV (7)


Carson City (1)


Gardnerville (1)


Las Vegas (1)


North Las Vegas (2)


Reno (1)


Sparks (1)


Nationwide (1)


CA (2)


Placerville (1)


South Lake Tahoe (1)


NV

Carson City, NV

Office for a Safe and Respectful Learning Environment, Nevada Department of Education
700 East Fifth Street
Carson City, NV 89701
 Phone: 775-687-9134
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Family Support Centers/Outreach
Social Skills Training
Victim Advocacy
Organization Name: Nevada Department of Education
Address: 700 East Fifth Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Phone: 775-687-9134
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Family Support Centers/Outreach
Social Skills Training
Victim Advocacy
URL: http://www.doe.nv.gov
Eligibility: Public and state charter school staff and school students/their families.
Services Provided: Takes reports of bullying and supports schools and families in getting it stopped. Responsible for proactive training and technical assistance aimed at building positive school climates and social and emotional skills in students. Bully Prevention Hotline available.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 10/16/2018
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Gardnerville, NV

Hopes Haven Supervised Visitation and Exchange, Family Support Council of Douglas County
1255 Waterloo Lane
Gardnerville, NV 89410
 Phone: 775-782-8692
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Family Support Centers/Outreach
Organization Name: Family Support Council of Douglas County
Address: 1255 Waterloo Lane
Gardnerville, NV 89410
Phone: 775-782-8692
Fax: 775-782-1942
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Family Support Centers/Outreach
Email: info@family-support.org
URL: https://ifamilysupport.wpengine.com/
Eligibility: Required application process.
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Services Provided: Provides a neutral third party to monitor a visitation between a child and a non-custodial parent. The monitors role is to record the events of the visit and ensure the safety of all parties.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 8/3/2018
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Las Vegas, NV

Nevada PEP Training, Nevada PEP
7211 West Charleston Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89117
 Phone: 702-388-8899
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Parent/Family Education
Organization Name: Nevada PEP
Address: 7211 West Charleston Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Phone: 702-388-8899
Fax: 702-388-2966
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Parent/Family Education
Email: pepinfo@nvpep.org
URL: http://www.nvpep.org
Eligibility: Parents of children with disabilities or professionals in the field.
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Services Provided: The Parent Training and Information center at Nevada PEP provides information, resources, support and training workshops for parents of children with disabilities and professionals in the field. Training topics include IEPs, 504s, early intervention, special education, positive behavior approaches, and transition from high school to post-secondary goals.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 8/30/2018
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North Las Vegas, NV

Bully Busters 702-Anti Bullying Program
2341 Comstock Drive
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
 Phone: 702-812-4362
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Crisis Helplines/Hotlines
Address: 2341 Comstock Drive
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
Phone: 702-812-4362
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Crisis Helplines/Hotlines
Email: bullybustersapp@gmail.com
URL: http://www.bullybusters702.org/
Services Provided: Bullying prevention program and hotline. Works with schools, non-profits, and other agencies within the community to stop bullying.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 4/9/2018
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Violence Reduction Program, Youth Advocate Programs
2535 West Cheyenne Avenue
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
 Phone: 702-631-9275
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Organization Name: Youth Advocate Programs
Address: 2535 West Cheyenne Avenue
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
Phone: 702-631-9275
Fax: 702-631-9251
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
URL: http://www.yapinc.org
Eligibility: Anthem BlueCross BlueSheild Medicaid insurance members
Services Provided: Provides case management services for 3-4 months for those who have Anthem Nevada. Advocates for them at court, shelter, and other situations where they may need additional assistance. The advocacy is implemented in every facet of the programming no matter what department or position. All services are provided in the field, in the home, or in office.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 9/18/2018
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Reno, NV

Nevada PEP Training, Nevada PEP
4600 Kietzke Lane
Reno, NV 89502
 Phone: 775-448-9950
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Parent/Family Education
Organization Name: Nevada PEP
Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane
Reno, NV 89502
Phone: 775-448-9950
Fax: 775-448-9603
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Parent/Family Education
URL: http://www.nvpep.org
Eligibility: Parents of children with disabilities or professionals in the field.
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Services Provided: The Parent Training and Information center at Nevada PEP provides information, resources, support and training workshops for parents of children with disabilities and professionals in the field. Training topics include IEPs, 504s, early intervention, special education, positive behavior approaches, and transition from high school to post-secondary goals.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 8/30/2018
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Sparks, NV

Transition Specialist Program, Childrens Cabinet
480 Galletti Way
Sparks, NV 89431
 Phone: 775-443-4536
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Organization Name: Childrens Cabinet
Address: 480 Galletti Way
Sparks, NV 89431
Phone: 775-443-4536
Fax: 775-688-2038
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Email: mail@childrenscabinet.org
URL: http://www.childrenscabinet.org
Eligibility: Involvement with the juvenile justice system.
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Services Provided: Provides case management to youth that are on juvenile probation or parole assisting the youth with goal development to ensure their successful discharge from probation or parole. Case manager will work closely with the family to address any needs that are identified.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 6/26/2018
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Nationwide

Ruby Red Slippers Project-Henderson-Self Esteem Project, Ruby Red Slippers Project
871 Coronado Center Drive
Suite 200
89052
 Phone: 702-749-7711
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Community Cultural Organizations
Organization Name: Ruby Red Slippers Project
Address: 871 Coronado Center Drive
Suite 200
89052
Phone: 702-749-7711
Service Categories:
Child Advocacy
Community Cultural Organizations
Email: info@rubyredslippersproject.org
URL: http://rubyredslippersproject.org
Eligibility: Girls age 7 to 18.
Services Provided: Provides self-esteem education and training to shape and enhance the core values of girls.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 1/10/2018
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CA

Placerville, CA

Child Protective Services, El Dorado County Health and Human Services
3057 Briw Road
Placerville, CA 95667
 Phone: 530-642-7100
Service Categories:
Child Abuse Counseling
Child Advocacy
Organization Name: El Dorado County Health and Human Services
Address: 3057 Briw Road
Placerville, CA 95667
Phone: 530-642-7100
Service Categories:
Child Abuse Counseling
Child Advocacy
Email: humanservices@edcgov.us
URL: http://www.edcgov.us/humanservices
Eligibility: Children that are being neglected and/or are victims of child abuse.
Services Provided: Identify, treat, and reduce child abuse and neglect. Ensure reasonable efforts are made to protect and maintain children in their homes.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 8/2/2018
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South Lake Tahoe, CA

Child Protective Services, El Dorado County Health and Human Services
3368 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
 Phone: 530-573-3201
Service Categories:
Child Abuse Counseling
Child Advocacy
Organization Name: El Dorado County Health and Human Services
Address: 3368 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: 530-573-3201
Service Categories:
Child Abuse Counseling
Child Advocacy
Email: humanservices@edcgov.us
URL: http://www.edcgov.us/humanservices
Eligibility: Children that are being neglected and/or are victims of child abuse.
Services Provided: Identify, treat, and reduce child abuse and neglect. Ensure reasonable efforts are made to protect and maintain children in their homes.
Original Source: Nevada 2-1-1
Last Updated: 8/1/2018
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