Description

Child Protective Services refers to a governmental agency responsible for the welfare of children. This agency intervenes in cases of abuse, neglect, or unsafe living conditions to ensure the safety and well-being of minors.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in various contexts, including legal and social services. Common variants include 'Servicios de Bienestar Infantil' and 'Servicios de Protección Infantil', which may be used colloquially but should be avoided in formal settings to maintain clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The Child Protective Services were called to investigate the allegations of neglect.

ES: Se llamó a los Servicios de Protección a Menores para investigar las alegaciones de negligencia.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Child Protective Services' with 'social services'; mispronouncing 'servicios' as 'servicios'; using informal variants in formal contexts