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Kinship care occurs when grandparents, relatives, or trusted family friends care for children who cannot safely remain with their parents. 

These caregivers help children maintain family connections, stability, and a sense of belonging.

Did You Know? Approximately 2.5 million children in the United States are being raised in kinship or grandfamilies, according to 2025 data.

Source: Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network, 2025.

Child abuse includes physical, sexual, and emotional harm to children. Abuse can happen in homes, schools, institutions, and community settings. 

Recognizing warning signs, listening to children, and responding to safety concerns can help protect children.

Did You Know? Nearly 6,000 Colorado children were identified as victims of abuse or neglect in 2025.

Source: Colorado Department of Human Services, April 2026..

Child neglect occurs when a child's essential needs for safety, supervision, nutrition, shelter, or necessary medical care are not adequately met, placing their well-being at risk.

Poverty alone is not child neglect. Families facing hardship may need additional resources, education, and support.

Did You Know? Neglect was identified in 74% of substantiated child maltreatment victims nationwide in 2023.

Source: Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics, America's Children 2025.