Reporting Abuse

All questions, concerns or allegations related to sexual abuse in the Diocese of Helena should be directed to the Victim’s Advocate for the Diocese of Helena.

Any person who believes that a minor has been abused by a cleric, church worker or volunteer is encouraged to report the incident to the Victim’s Advocate. All information received will be treated with confidentiality.

Every person who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect of a minor is encouraged to report the incident to Child and Family Services at 866-820-5437 (dphhs.mt.gov/cfsd/).

Below are the forms for reporting sexual abuse and sexual misconduct: 

• For Sexual Abuse occurring after 01/30/2014 or Sexual Misconduct from any date:
  • Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Complaint Form (PDF)  
  • Spanish version (PDF)
• For Sexual Abuse that occurred before 01/30/2014:
  • Prior Sexual Abuse Claim Form (PDF)