Local Nonprofit Challenges Misconceptions About Child Abuse Prevention

Caritas Family Solutions works to keep families together during Child Abuse Awareness Month

Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:30am

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A blurred, intimate photograph of a parent and child playing together in a sunlit living room, conveying a sense of warmth, comfort, and connection.Caritas Family Solutions works to keep families together through counseling, parenting classes, and in-home support during Child Abuse Awareness Month.Belleville Today

As Child Abuse Awareness Month begins in April, the Belleville-based nonprofit Caritas Family Solutions is working to challenge common misconceptions about child abuse and promote prevention efforts that aim to keep families together.

Why it matters

Child abuse and neglect are serious issues that can have long-lasting impacts on individuals, families, and communities. By addressing misconceptions and promoting prevention programs, Caritas hopes to destigmatize seeking help and empower families to stay together through difficult times.

The details

Caritas Family Solutions provides a range of services including counseling, parenting classes, and in-home support to help families address issues before they escalate to the point of child removal. The organization works to educate the public that child abuse is often preventable with the right resources and support.

  • April is Child Abuse Awareness Month.

The players

Caritas Family Solutions

A Belleville-based nonprofit that provides counseling, parenting classes, and in-home support to help families stay together and prevent child abuse.

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What they’re saying

“Many people have misconceptions about child abuse and assume it's always a clear-cut case of physical harm. In reality, abuse can take many forms, and prevention is key to keeping families together.”

— Sarah Johnson, Program Director, Caritas Family Solutions

What’s next

Throughout April, Caritas will be hosting a series of community events and public awareness campaigns to share information about their services and challenge common myths about child abuse.

The takeaway

By destigmatizing the need for support and empowering families to address issues early, Caritas' approach to child abuse prevention aims to strengthen communities and keep more families together.