LINCOLN- The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new online method for reporting suspected abuse and neglect. The new mechanism is described as complementary to the current hotline as it provides another avenue for reporting concerns according to the DHHS Division of Children and Family Services. "Having such an important tool available to the public is a vital part of making sure we can take action on reports of abuse and neglect in our state," said CFS Director Alyssa Bish.

The new reporting mechanism is easily accessible anytime, any day, enabling people to report abuse on their own time. Not only does the new method simplify the reporting process, but it also makes reports easier to catalog for CFS. It will allow for separate reporting of abuse and neglect towards children and adults.

While making a report, individuals will be asked to provide personal information so they may be contacted, but the option to remain anonymous will also be available. During a report, the individual will be asked to provide as much information as possible about the victim and alleged perpetrator. The existing hotline remains available, and the DHHS website has a plethora of information on the issue.

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