National Child Abuse Prevention Month - April 6, 2021 - The Extra with Shannon Brinias

On Tuesday's "The Extra", host Shannon Brinias and guests focused on National Child Abuse Prevention Month.  Guests were Amber Biss, Children, Youth and Family Services Manager, El Paso County Department of Human Services; and Hilary Bridges, Assistant Executive Director, Kids Crossing.  Discussion topics included how the community plays a role in preventing child abuse and neglect and how the pandemic created new pressures and stressors in the home.  Listeners seeking information can call the Child Abuse or Neglect Hotline:  1-844-CO4KIDS or 1-844-264‑5437.   Other resources can be found at KidsCrossing.com.