Knox County Public Children Services Agency

Child & Family Services in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Knox County, OH — Investigates child abuse and neglect reports; provides foster care, adoption, kinship, and family-preservation services.

Phone: (740) 397-7177

Address: 117 E. High St., 4th Fl., Mount Vernon, Ohio, 43050-3400

Good to know: OH JFS local agency directory (PCSA); Director: Danielle Swendal; verified live 2026-04-28

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Frequently asked questions about Knox County Public Children Services Agency

How do I contact Knox County Public Children Services Agency?

You can call Knox County Public Children Services Agency at (740) 397-7177 or visit 117 E. High St., 4th Fl. in Mount Vernon, Ohio.

What services does Knox County Public Children Services Agency offer?

Knox County, OH — Investigates child abuse and neglect reports; provides foster care, adoption, kinship, and family-preservation services.

Are services at Knox County Public Children Services Agency free or low-cost?

Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Knox County Public Children Services Agency at (740) 397-7177 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Knox County Public Children Services Agency offer services in other languages?

Call Knox County Public Children Services Agency at (740) 397-7177 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.