Consumer Complaints | MO DHSS - Child Care Regulation Complaints
Eligibility
No restriction
Required documents
Form available on the website
Hours
24/7
573-751-2450
Voice·
Main Phone
800-392-3738
Voice·
Hotline for Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation in Child Care Facility
573-526-5345
Fax·
Fax
Languages
N/A
Application process
Please submit complaints electronically or through the mail. May also call main office number to file complaints.
Fees
None
Service area
Missouri
MODHSS investigates complaints made on regulated child care programs for violations of child care regulations are investigated. Child care that is being provided illegally can also be investigated.
Last Assured
12/15/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SENIOR SERVICES
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services heads several state entities including the local health departments, Show-Me Healthy Women, Area Agencies on Aging, Emergency Response & Terrorism, Vital Statistics and the public health laboratory.