Child and Youth Protection
Report Child Abuse or Neglect
To report suspected abuse of a minor within the home or by a Licensed Daycare Staff, call:
LA Dept. of Children & Family Service (1-855-452-5437) 1-855-4LA-KIDS
To report abuse of a minor that is outside the home, contact:
St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement: (337) 828-1960
If the child fears going home or you feel there is clear and imminent danger, DO NOT contact the child’s family. Contact law enforcement.
DIOCESAN OUTREACH LINE
If you suspect abuse of a minor by clergy, church officials, church employees or volunteers, please ALSO contact the Victims Assistance Coordinator AFTER contacting law enforcement.
Outreach line(985) 873-0026
Victims’ Assistance Coordinator (985) 850-3172
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is committed to ensuring that anyone participating in church/school activities sponsored in our diocese can do so in the safest and most secure setting possible. in an effort to fulfill this commitment, all employees and volunteers of the diocese and any independent contract workers shall recieve Safe Enviornmet Training.
To begin your Safe Environment Training, visit our online Safe Environment Training website: