Protective services are recommended during the course of an investigation when risk has been identified. These recommendations are required in cases where abuse has been substantiated. Actions recommended are typically short term in nature and intended to remediate abusive situations and eliminate risk. DPPC's oversight officers conduct follow up on actions recommended by investigators to ensure that they are appropriate recommendations and that the actions are implemented.
Protective Services Are
Services provided to protect individuals in response to an incident of abuse or neglect
Generally time limited, transitional in nature and act as a bridge between the crisis and on-going service delivery
To be implemented to protect individuals from being abused again
Protective Service Examples