Prevent Child Abuse Utah

During Utah Family Connection Week, we celebrate the simple but powerful connections that help children thrive. A conversation at the dinner table, a trusted adult who listens, a family tradition, or time spent together makes a difference!

When families are connected, communities are stronger, and prevention becomes possible.

Learn more here: https://dhhs.utah.gov/family-connections/

Need some drink ideas for tomorrow? 💙 We got ya covered! Every Dutch Bros in Utah will be donating $1 to Prevent Child Abuse Utah for every drink purchased! Get out to caffeinate & donate! 📣 &donated &donate

The collab you have been waiting for! This Friday, June 5th, every Dutch Bros in Utah will be donating $1 for every drink to Prevent Child Abuse Utah. We're so excited that Dutch Bros has radiated their kindness towards us & Utah's children. We'll see you on Friday to caffeinate & donate! &donate

Are you ready for it?

We had an incredible CAP month, thanks to Deondra Brown and all of the cities who signed a proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. As we work together, communities are stronger, and children more empowered. Thank you to everyone who had a part in this amazing month!

📣 Calling Parents & Expecting Families in Davis, Iron, Salt Lake, Tooele, Washington, and Weber Counties!

Are you pregnant or do you have children ages 0–8? We’d love to connect with you.

Home visiting is a FREE, evidence-based program that brings personalized guidance, resources, and encouragement to families during the early years of a child’s life.

A trained home visitor partners with mothers, fathers, and caregivers to build on what is already working, answer questions, and share simple activities that fit your family’s needs.

Home visiting can help with:
✨ Strengthening parent-child connection
✨ Understanding your child’s growth and development
✨ Building school readiness skills
✨ Creating summer routines that work for your family
✨ Navigating stress, challenges, and big transitions
✨ Connecting with helpful community resources
✨ Supporting family well-being

We are enrolling families now. Summer is a great time to connect, ask questions, and get extra guidance as your child grows.

You do not have to figure it all out alone. Home visiting gives you someone in your corner.

Utah Home Visiting Program | Prevent Child Abuse Utah A little support can change a lot. You don’t have to parent alone Home visiting offers caring, personalized support for pregnant women, new parents, and families with young children. It is about building on your strengths, having someone in your corner, and getting support that fits your life. Get...

Connection creates safety

In this KUTV 2News Check Your Health segment, Deondra Brown reminds us that prevention is something every community member can be part of. It can begin with simple, everyday actions: knowing your neighbors, checking in on parents, listening to children, and becoming a trusted adult in a child’s life.

Here are three small ways to create connection with a child this week:
Ask one question and listen without rushing the answer.
Notice something specific they are doing well, and say it out loud.
Share an activity like reading a book, planting flowers, or taking a walk

Small moments of connection help children feel seen, safe, and supported. And when families feel connected to the people around them, prevention becomes something we build together.

Watch the full segment here:

Check Your Health- Child Abuse Prevention is a Community Health Issue What happens in childhood doesn’t just stay in childhood. It can shape a person’s health for years to come.When we talk about child abuse prevention, we’re not

Prevention doesn’t start in crisis. It starts in the everyday environments where children grow,
learn, and connect.

Youth-serving organizations play a critical role in child sexual abuse prevention through strong policies, trained staff, and environments designed with safety in mind.

On May 7, 2026, PCA America will host a webinar bringing together experts and practitioners to explore what it takes to build safer systems for children, grounded in evidence and real-world practice. If you work with children and families, this conversation is for you.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3OzoBy6
Explore the report: https://bit.ly/4vNzhtB