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Report abuse and you may save a life http://www.dshs.wa.gov/geninfo/endharm.html Source: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services General information about reporting the abuse of children and vulnerable adults. Contains telephone numbers for DSHS's Endharm hotline. full description	What should I do if I know of a child or vulnerable adult that is being abused? Who should I contact to report abuse?
Understanding Child Neglect-Resources for Reporters and Citizens http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca/safety/abuseWhat.asp?2 Source: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services General information about child neglect in Washington and how you can prevent it. full description	What is child neglect? Who can I contact if a child is being neglected? Where can I find information on child death rates in Washington State? Where can I find an online child safety guide? What are signs of child abuse and neglect? Where can I find child abuse prevention resources?
Aging & Disability Services Administration (ADSA) http://www.adsa.dshs.wa.gov/ Source: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services General information about preventing and identifying abuse of vulnerable adults and resources for reporting abuse. full description	How do I know if an adult is being abused? What are some signs and symptoms of adult abuse? Is financial exploitation abuse? Who do I report adult abuse to? What can caregivers do to take care of themselves?
Tax Information for Survivors of Domestic Abuse http://www.abanet.org/tax/irs/2002/p3865.pdf Source: American Bar Association Brochure prepared by the American Bar Association containing tax information for victims of domestic abuse. full description	How do I file for innocent spouse relief? Will the IRS protect my privacy if I file for innocent spouse relief? What rights do I have if I am an innocent spouse? What responsibilities do I have even if I claim innocent spouse? What if the IRS says I owe more money because of my spouse's or former spouse's earnings? How do I know if I have to file a tax return? What happens if I get divorced or separated from my spouse? How does having children affect my taxes? What if I need more time to prepare my return? What if I can't pay the taxes I owe?
RCW 26.44-Abuse of Children http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=26.44 Source: Washington State Legislature Links to Washington statutes regarding the abuse of children, including laws on legal protections for abused children, reporting duties, the appointment of a guardian ad litem, temporary restraining orders, children taken into custody under court order, alleged perpetrators, and treatment for abusive persons removed from the home. full description	Where do I find Washington laws on child abuse? What are the rights of an alleged abuser? What are the procedures for protective custody of a child?