Child Protection

Weld County Child Welfare Division

Responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and stability of children who may be at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. This partnership helps keep families together and works to prevent future separation or involvement.

Report Abuse:

All reports made to the Department are confidential including the name of the party who reports the alleged abuse or neglect. Colorado Law protects people from liability if they make a report in good faith.

If you feel that someone is in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1

How to report abuse or neglect:

By Phone: Weld County Child Protection Hotline
(844) CO-4-KIDS or (844) 264-5437
Online: Submit a Child Protection Report

In Person: 822 7th Street, Suite 150 Greeley, CO 80631

A Spanish Speaking Hotline Specialist is available to you 24/7 on the hotline and at our office.

Child Welfare Complaint Process

If you have a concern about how our staff is working with children who may be neglected or dependent, we want to help you resolve it.

Child Protection Records Request

Request records or documents from Child Protection.

Family Time Center

Supervised and monitored family time for families with an open Weld County Child Protection case.

Child Welfare Invitation for Bid

Seeking qualified providers in various Child Welfare service areas willing to provide services throughout Weld County.

Post-Adoption Resources

When you pursue adoption through Weld County, we provide support through all phases of the adoption process.

Helpful Information and Community Resources

Helpful Information:

Who are Mandated Reporters? Persons Required to Report
Child Welfare Services State Policy: 12 CCR 2509-1 Definitions of Child Abuse and Neglect in Section 7.000.2.
Article: Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect
Help Guide: Child Abuse and Neglect

Community Resources:

File a Complaint

Child Protection Ombudsman of Colorado

The Colorado Child Protection Ombudsman is an independent office that helps make sure the child protection system works well for children and families across the state.

They listen to concerns from the public, look into those concerns, and help find solutions. We also work with lawmakers and professionals to improve laws and policies that affect children and families.

Online: File a Complaint

Phone: (720) 625-8640

Mailing Address:
Colorado CPO
1300 Broadway, Suite 430
Denver, CO 80203

Child Welfare Complaint Process

Weld County Code Regarding Child Welfare Documentation Falsification Policy