Step One— Contact Civil Authorities
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services 24/7 hotline number is 1-800-252-5400.
If the child or vulnerable adult is in immediate danger, call 911. Non-emergency reports of child abuse can also be reported to www.txabusehotline.org.
Step Two— Contact one of the following:
We will also help you bring your concerns to church officials outside the diocese if the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Victoria.
For further assistance contact:
Shannon Thomas at 361-827-7186.