If you suspect a child is being sexually abused and need to talk it over with someone before taking action, call the 24-hour HERO Hotline: 1-877-874-HERO.

“Last night, his childhood was kissed, touched and fondled good-bye.”

The message may be startling, but that’s the point. It’s part of the HERO Project – a campaign launched statewide in 2008 to encourage adults to report child sexual abuse.