See Past Question of the Month Results PPAL's April Question of the MonthWhat’s your experience with 51As?Massachusetts law requires professionals working with children to notify the Department of Children and Families (DCF) if they suspect that a child is being abused, neglected, or both. Reporting alleged child abuse or neglect is called filing a 51A report.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.As a caregiver trying to access services and supports for your child with mental health needs, has anyone indicated that they were considering filing a 51A?YesNoIf a 51A was filed, who filed? Select all that applyChild’s schoolHospital Emergency Department or other hospital staffMental health providerChild’s pediatricianOtherIf a 51A was discussed (or threatened) but not filed, who discussed/threatened this? Select all that applyChild’s schoolHospital Emergency Department or other hospital staffMental health providerChild’s pediatricianOtherIf you need help from PPAL right now, request family support here or call us toll free at (866) 815-8122.PPAL wants to know about 51A experiences. If you are willing to share your story, please do it here.Submit
