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Friday, July 31, 2009
NYS Comptroller reports Child Protective Services non-compliant with laws more than 50% of the time
NYS Comptroller reports Child Protective Services non-compliant with laws more than 50% of the time
A report issued in June of this year by the Office of the New York State Comptroller, Thomas P. DiNapoli, Division of Government Accountability reveals that Child Protective Services investigations are not in compliance with New York State laws more than fifty percent of the time.
A report issued in June of this year by the Office of the New York State Comptroller, Thomas P. DiNapoli, Division of Government Accountability reveals that Child Protective Services investigations are not in compliance with New York State laws more than fifty percent of the time.
Report finds fault with Conecuh County DHR foster care
Report finds fault with Conecuh County DHR foster care
A state probe of the Conecuh County Department of Human Resources shows it investigated abuse allegations by telephone, didn't enforce a state ban on corporal punishment by foster parents, and failed to make efforts to place foster children with family members, among other problems, according to a report released Thursday.
A state probe of the Conecuh County Department of Human Resources shows it investigated abuse allegations by telephone, didn't enforce a state ban on corporal punishment by foster parents, and failed to make efforts to place foster children with family members, among other problems, according to a report released Thursday.
Foster carer charged with rape of girl
Foster carer charged with rape of girl
A foster carer has been charged with raping a 10-year-old girl in his care.
A foster carer has been charged with raping a 10-year-old girl in his care.
Newspaper: Officials ignored warning in baby death
Newspaper: Officials ignored warning in baby death
The state Department of Children and Families ignored repeated requests from a judge to look into the welfare of an infant boy until after the child had died, and now police are investigating the death, a newspaper reported Thursday.
The state Department of Children and Families ignored repeated requests from a judge to look into the welfare of an infant boy until after the child had died, and now police are investigating the death, a newspaper reported Thursday.
Seriously hurt foster child can't find home
Seriously hurt foster child can't find home
A child who was seriously hurt in foster care is ready to be released from hospital but a suitable home hasn't been found for the child, RCMP said Friday.
A child who was seriously hurt in foster care is ready to be released from hospital but a suitable home hasn't been found for the child, RCMP said Friday.
Free house, car available for aspiring foster parents
Free house, car available for aspiring foster parents
There is a unique opportunity out there for two couples who have lost their homes and jobs.
A nonprofit organization is offering two local couples a free house and car. All they need is a foster license and a willingness to care for up to five children.
There is a unique opportunity out there for two couples who have lost their homes and jobs.
A nonprofit organization is offering two local couples a free house and car. All they need is a foster license and a willingness to care for up to five children.
Woman Accused Of Branding Foster Son, 9
Woman Accused Of Branding Foster Son, 9
Investigators said that earlier this month, Jocelyn Louis, 72, heated up a potato masher and used it to burn the boy on his arms and legs. Police said the foster mother did not stop even after the first series of burns.
Investigators said that earlier this month, Jocelyn Louis, 72, heated up a potato masher and used it to burn the boy on his arms and legs. Police said the foster mother did not stop even after the first series of burns.
Father continues fight for custody of son
Father continues fight for custody of son
Golden wants to be a dad to his own son and daughter - and for seven years he's been fighting to do what so many men don't fight for at all.
It was only in April, when a family-court judge awarded Golden full custody of his daughter, 9-year-old Kameara, that he was able to start being the type of father that would have made his dad proud.
But Golden's 7-year-old son, Keream, remains in the care of the Department of Human Services, and Golden said that the agency is attempting to terminate his parental rights and put the boy up for adoption.
Note: Give him his kid back you low life piece of s*** babystealers!!!
Golden wants to be a dad to his own son and daughter - and for seven years he's been fighting to do what so many men don't fight for at all.
It was only in April, when a family-court judge awarded Golden full custody of his daughter, 9-year-old Kameara, that he was able to start being the type of father that would have made his dad proud.
But Golden's 7-year-old son, Keream, remains in the care of the Department of Human Services, and Golden said that the agency is attempting to terminate his parental rights and put the boy up for adoption.
Note: Give him his kid back you low life piece of s*** babystealers!!!
DCYF boosts foster care population
DCYF boosts foster care population
In response to Jan Feuer’s July 23 letter looking for foster families for foster children in New Hampshire: If the state DCYF abided by their own laws, there wouldn’t be so many children in foster care. State and federal mandates are not followed in the removal and placement of children by DCYF. Services are not given before a child is removed, and relative placement is not an option, at least in Nashua.
In response to Jan Feuer’s July 23 letter looking for foster families for foster children in New Hampshire: If the state DCYF abided by their own laws, there wouldn’t be so many children in foster care. State and federal mandates are not followed in the removal and placement of children by DCYF. Services are not given before a child is removed, and relative placement is not an option, at least in Nashua.
CYFS says sorry to 'traumatised' family
CYFS says sorry to 'traumatised' family
Child, Youth and Family Services says a Christian couple are "good parents" even though they smack their children.
Child, Youth and Family Services says a Christian couple are "good parents" even though they smack their children.
Pregnant UK mother vows to replace children taken into care
Pregnant UK mother vows to replace children taken into care
An English mother who told social workers that every time they took a child off her she would have another one has been accused of "irresponsible behaviour".
An English mother who told social workers that every time they took a child off her she would have another one has been accused of "irresponsible behaviour".
Woman Brands Foster Child WIth Potato Masher
A 72-year-old foster mother used a potato masher to brand a 9-year-old foster child she accused of stealing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie2KiX-BB6c
Thursday, July 30, 2009
I Want To See My Mom
It's no secret that I follow a lot of foster blogs. I feel it's important to show all of you wonderful people the type of people they will give our kids to. The news articles tell us what happened, the blogs tell us what they are thinking. Well I recently came across a good one, and talk about a freeking soap opera...
After booting RADish out, Bucksquat talked to his sisters on the phone and dropped a bomb on these two female foster contractor/adopters.
I Want To See My Mom
And I say let the kid see his mom!
Now it's your turn. Let the world know what you think.
Thank's for the link Yondalla.
After booting RADish out, Bucksquat talked to his sisters on the phone and dropped a bomb on these two female foster contractor/adopters.
I Want To See My Mom
And I say let the kid see his mom!
Now it's your turn. Let the world know what you think.
Thank's for the link Yondalla.
Woman accused of branding child with potato masher
Woman accused of branding child with potato masher
It's one of the worst cases of child abuse Midwest City Police say they've ever seen. A foster mother accused of branding a child all over his body.
Chief Brandon Clabes, Midwest City Police Department, said "You know how painful it is when you just get a minor burn. Can you imagine this poor, little 9 year old being repeatedly branded by a woman who's supposed to be taking care of him & loving him?"
Midwest City Police say the 9-year-old boy suffered 2nd and 3rd degree burns from his foster mother as a punishment.
Note: I'll bet his real parents never did anything like that.
It's one of the worst cases of child abuse Midwest City Police say they've ever seen. A foster mother accused of branding a child all over his body.
Chief Brandon Clabes, Midwest City Police Department, said "You know how painful it is when you just get a minor burn. Can you imagine this poor, little 9 year old being repeatedly branded by a woman who's supposed to be taking care of him & loving him?"
Midwest City Police say the 9-year-old boy suffered 2nd and 3rd degree burns from his foster mother as a punishment.
Note: I'll bet his real parents never did anything like that.
No arrests imminent in probe of group home
No arrests imminent in probe of group home
No arrests are expected any time soon for possible crimes committed at a Tallahassee group home for troubled teens from which residents were removed in May after reports of abuse.
No arrests are expected any time soon for possible crimes committed at a Tallahassee group home for troubled teens from which residents were removed in May after reports of abuse.
Child Health Welfare Cuts
One of those last minute cuts the governor made involved taking away millions of dollars from Child Welfare Services. John Schwada has the video report.
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1040637
NZ referendum to decide child discipline law
NZ referendum to decide child discipline law
New Zealanders are about to vote on Friday on whether or not parents have the right to physically discipline their kids. They will start casting postal votes in a referendum on the country's controversial anti-smacking laws. But to most outsiders this exercise in direct democracy seems somewhat strange, and whatever the result, the politicians have said they have no intention of changing the law. But that hasn't dampened the passion on either side of this rather awkwardly worded question.
New Zealanders are about to vote on Friday on whether or not parents have the right to physically discipline their kids. They will start casting postal votes in a referendum on the country's controversial anti-smacking laws. But to most outsiders this exercise in direct democracy seems somewhat strange, and whatever the result, the politicians have said they have no intention of changing the law. But that hasn't dampened the passion on either side of this rather awkwardly worded question.
Los Angeles boy's beating death came after two exams, records show
Los Angeles boy's beating death came after two exams, records show
Documents raise more questions about social workers' decisions in the Dae'von Bailey case as the manhunt for a murder suspect intensifies.
Documents raise more questions about social workers' decisions in the Dae'von Bailey case as the manhunt for a murder suspect intensifies.
Wednesday's Child: Four Siblings
The circus is in town. Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey, that is. What better place to take an adorable sibling set of four kids than to a family-oriented event?
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1040631
They all don't even live together.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Human services: "Governor sliced heart of child protection"
Human services: "Governor sliced heart of child protection"
Kern County human and social service agencies are in shock and angered by the governor's last minute budget cuts.
Kern County human and social service agencies are in shock and angered by the governor's last minute budget cuts.
New movie 'Orphan' has parents upset
Awake's Afton Spriggs gives you the scoop on all the stories creating online buzz.
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1032418?wpid=2167
There's something wrong with Esther!
Is it worth sitting thru this movie to find out what her secret is???
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1034147?wpid=2167
Note: I give it an A+. It was a good movie.
Child Protective Services Not so Protective - Child Protective Agencies Motivated by Money
Child Protective Services Not so Protective - Child Protective Agencies Motivated by Money
Child protective services agencies are only acting in accordance with Pavlov's laws of behavioral conditioning. They are exhibiting more and more of the behaviors that earn them a reward rather than doing those things which genuinely protect children who are being abused by their parents or caregivers.
Child protective services agencies are only acting in accordance with Pavlov's laws of behavioral conditioning. They are exhibiting more and more of the behaviors that earn them a reward rather than doing those things which genuinely protect children who are being abused by their parents or caregivers.
Jacks Guilty of Murdering Daughters
Banita Jacks was found guilty on Wednesday of killing her four daughters. D.C. Superior Court Judge Frederick H. Weisberg convicted 34-year-old Banita Jacks on Wednesday. Weisberg decided the case himself after Jacks waived her right to a jury trial.
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1039887?wpid=2167
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1039887?wpid=2167
CPS: Child With STD Dies from Injuries
A 4-year old whose body was covered in injuries is dead.
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1040124?wpid=2167
HOW TO FILE COMPLAINTS AGAINST MPH, SOCIAL WORKERS, GALS
HOW TO FILE COMPLAINTS AGAINST MPH, SOCIAL WORKERS, GALS
Use this form letter to file a complaint with the correct authority when you believe an evaluator other mental health professional has violated his or her ethical guidelines, or behaved improperly or negligently. This could include such acts as improperly releasing (or refusing to release) treatment records, becoming improperly involved with a patient or client, performing an incomplete or biased custody evaluation, or other behavior(s) which are illegal, inappropriate, or contrary to ethical standards. Make sure you have solid, documented evidence of the behavior or actions you detail in your complaint.
Use this form letter to file a complaint with the correct authority when you believe an evaluator other mental health professional has violated his or her ethical guidelines, or behaved improperly or negligently. This could include such acts as improperly releasing (or refusing to release) treatment records, becoming improperly involved with a patient or client, performing an incomplete or biased custody evaluation, or other behavior(s) which are illegal, inappropriate, or contrary to ethical standards. Make sure you have solid, documented evidence of the behavior or actions you detail in your complaint.
A Critical Look At the Child Welfare System Falsification of Records
A Critical Look At the Child Welfare System Falsification of Records
Caseworkers often are caught in a Catch-22 situation, where
they would have to doctor paperwork or have to acknowledge
that they are not doing their job.
Benjamin Wolf -- American Civil Liberties Union
September, 1996
Caseworkers often are caught in a Catch-22 situation, where
they would have to doctor paperwork or have to acknowledge
that they are not doing their job.
Benjamin Wolf -- American Civil Liberties Union
September, 1996
Foster kids lost in system because of the recession
Foster kids lost in system because of the recession
Times are tough and while people may be looking for work, imagine trying to find a family. That's the harsh reality for more and more foster children. And for people who may not think they have the means to be a foster parent, keep in mind, financial support is availible.
Times are tough and while people may be looking for work, imagine trying to find a family. That's the harsh reality for more and more foster children. And for people who may not think they have the means to be a foster parent, keep in mind, financial support is availible.
Foster carer facing child sex charges
Foster carer facing child sex charges
A FORMER Murraylands foster carer has been charged with multiple child sex offences allegedly committed on a girl more than 20 years ago.
A FORMER Murraylands foster carer has been charged with multiple child sex offences allegedly committed on a girl more than 20 years ago.
'They came home to find all their stuff packed' — A local couple wanted to become foster parents
'They came home to find all their stuff packed' — A local couple wanted to become foster parents
If you love something, set it free, goes the saying.
If you love something, set it free, goes the saying.
Update: LCSO, DCF confirm investigation of children's group home
Update: LCSO, DCF confirm investigation of children's group home
The Leon County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a group home off Idlewild Drive in eastern Leon County, Sgt. Tony Drzewiecki said.
The Leon County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a group home off Idlewild Drive in eastern Leon County, Sgt. Tony Drzewiecki said.
Ofsted inspectors lacking experience, warns child protection chief
Ofsted inspectors lacking experience, warns child protection chief
The competence of Ofsted to inspect children’s services and help to protect young people from abuse and neglect has been challenged by the Government’s child protection chief.
The competence of Ofsted to inspect children’s services and help to protect young people from abuse and neglect has been challenged by the Government’s child protection chief.
Psycho-drama POPPIES makes a hero out of opium addicted Child Protective Services worker
Psycho-drama POPPIES makes a hero out of opium addicted Child Protective Services worker
The psycho-drama POPPIES made its Los Angeles premiere at the AOF Film Festival at the Laemmle Theater located in Pasadena, California on Friday, July 24, 2009 . The festival runs July 24–July 31. The full-length feature film is also nominated for “Best Social Commentary Award.”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7gbNvNoY-U
The psycho-drama POPPIES made its Los Angeles premiere at the AOF Film Festival at the Laemmle Theater located in Pasadena, California on Friday, July 24, 2009 . The festival runs July 24–July 31. The full-length feature film is also nominated for “Best Social Commentary Award.”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7gbNvNoY-U
Death of a child
Death of a child
Two weeks before a sexually abused 4-year-old Spring girl with a fractured skull died in a Woodlands emergency room, Texas Child Protective Services was notified the girl had a sexually transmitted disease, but the agency did not take her into custody because they had no other physical signs the girl was in danger.
Two weeks before a sexually abused 4-year-old Spring girl with a fractured skull died in a Woodlands emergency room, Texas Child Protective Services was notified the girl had a sexually transmitted disease, but the agency did not take her into custody because they had no other physical signs the girl was in danger.
Govt defends child protection record
Govt defends child protection record
Tasmania's Human Services Minister has rejected claims that child protection services have not improved since a damning report three years ago.
Tasmania's Human Services Minister has rejected claims that child protection services have not improved since a damning report three years ago.
Nebraska drops in child welfare rankings
Nebraska drops in child welfare rankings
A new report out on child welfare shows Nebraska slipping in the national rankings. But our state still sits in the top 25 percentile.
A new report out on child welfare shows Nebraska slipping in the national rankings. But our state still sits in the top 25 percentile.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Dead father may get custodial rights
Dead father may get custodial rights
A Florida court is being asked for the first time to give custodial rights of a child to a father who is dead, experts say.
A Florida court is being asked for the first time to give custodial rights of a child to a father who is dead, experts say.
Report: Many serious flaws in data on US children's health and well-being
Report: Many serious flaws in data on US children's health and well-being
Serious shortcomings in national data, including an outdated federal measure of household poverty, are undermining the task of identifying and assisting America's most vulnerable children, according to a report issued Tuesday.
Serious shortcomings in national data, including an outdated federal measure of household poverty, are undermining the task of identifying and assisting America's most vulnerable children, according to a report issued Tuesday.
The Urgent Need for Reform of Child Protection
The Urgent Need for Reform of Child Protection
The reform of child protection by so-called 'experts' has failed disastrously. Radical reform is urgently needed to re-assert the fundamentals of good practice and to restore public confidence.
The reform of child protection by so-called 'experts' has failed disastrously. Radical reform is urgently needed to re-assert the fundamentals of good practice and to restore public confidence.
CPS Cinema: The parents of Peanuts
CPS Cinema: The parents of Peanuts
Unlike the "Stand By Me" parents, who possibly didn't know their kids were in mortal danger, the Peanuts parents had a 50-year history of neglect. We recommend sending the kids to a temporary home (Charlie Brown's grandparents appear to be available) while the parents take some court-mandated parenting classes.
Unlike the "Stand By Me" parents, who possibly didn't know their kids were in mortal danger, the Peanuts parents had a 50-year history of neglect. We recommend sending the kids to a temporary home (Charlie Brown's grandparents appear to be available) while the parents take some court-mandated parenting classes.
Family court lawyers to form their own bar association
Family court lawyers to form their own bar association
For the first time in 20 years, a family court in Pune is all set to form its own bar association, a registered society of the 200-odd practising lawyers in Pune. The idea is to have a common representation of family lawyers in issues concerning lawyers, the family court, family laws and so on.
For the first time in 20 years, a family court in Pune is all set to form its own bar association, a registered society of the 200-odd practising lawyers in Pune. The idea is to have a common representation of family lawyers in issues concerning lawyers, the family court, family laws and so on.
Child-welfare deaths must be reported
Child-welfare deaths must be reported
When New Jersey was forced to overhaul its child-welfare system several years ago, that effort was prompted largely by public outrage over some horror stories regarding deaths of neglected and abused children already under the state's care.
When New Jersey was forced to overhaul its child-welfare system several years ago, that effort was prompted largely by public outrage over some horror stories regarding deaths of neglected and abused children already under the state's care.
Federal Court refuses to grant immunity to NYC Child Protective Services caseworker in lawsuit
Federal Court refuses to grant immunity to NYC Child Protective Services caseworker in lawsuit
The U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York has refused to grant immunity to a Child Protective Services caseworker from New York City in a lawsuit. Normally Child Protective Services caseworkers are granted limited immunity in lawsuits arising from their duties. However, the court on July 21, 2009 denied immunity to Marcos Cardenas for withholding information from his supervisors in a neglect proceeding.
The U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York has refused to grant immunity to a Child Protective Services caseworker from New York City in a lawsuit. Normally Child Protective Services caseworkers are granted limited immunity in lawsuits arising from their duties. However, the court on July 21, 2009 denied immunity to Marcos Cardenas for withholding information from his supervisors in a neglect proceeding.
Coroner: Baby asphyxiated
Coroner: Baby asphyxiated
Tiffany had been in foster care since her birth in June 2007. Her mother, Felicia Banks, grandmother, Loretta Banks, and father, Tommy Cross, said they visited her regularly until November, when Felicia officially lost custody.
Tiffany had been in foster care since her birth in June 2007. Her mother, Felicia Banks, grandmother, Loretta Banks, and father, Tommy Cross, said they visited her regularly until November, when Felicia officially lost custody.
4:56 p.m.: Cause of baby's death revealed
4:56 p.m.: Cause of baby's death revealed
WARREN The cause of death of Tiffany Sue Banks-Cross was due to asphyxiation associated with multiple blunt traumatic injuries, according to Coroner Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk.
WARREN The cause of death of Tiffany Sue Banks-Cross was due to asphyxiation associated with multiple blunt traumatic injuries, according to Coroner Dr. Humphrey Germaniuk.
Nadya Suleman's octuplets receive court-ordered oversight for finances
Nadya Suleman's octuplets receive court-ordered oversight for finances
A California judge ruled that an independent lawyer should oversee the financial estate of Nadya Suleman's octuplets to ensure they are not exploited for entertainment purposes, reports the Associated Press. The ruling by Orange County judge Gerald Johnston stems from a legal petition filed by former Disney Mouseketeer Paul Peterson, an advocate for show-business children. Suleman's attorney, Arthur J. LaCilento, argued that appointing a financial guardian for her children violated the family's right to privacy, but Johnston said, "I do believe it is appropriate and justifiable at this time to provide an objective voice to report to the court." Suleman -- who is slated to begin shooting a reality show featuring her 14 children on Sept. 1, pending court approval of the children's TV contracts -- attended the hearing but did not speak.
A California judge ruled that an independent lawyer should oversee the financial estate of Nadya Suleman's octuplets to ensure they are not exploited for entertainment purposes, reports the Associated Press. The ruling by Orange County judge Gerald Johnston stems from a legal petition filed by former Disney Mouseketeer Paul Peterson, an advocate for show-business children. Suleman's attorney, Arthur J. LaCilento, argued that appointing a financial guardian for her children violated the family's right to privacy, but Johnston said, "I do believe it is appropriate and justifiable at this time to provide an objective voice to report to the court." Suleman -- who is slated to begin shooting a reality show featuring her 14 children on Sept. 1, pending court approval of the children's TV contracts -- attended the hearing but did not speak.
Funds to be cut from bodies that fail to report child abuse
Funds to be cut from bodies that fail to report child abuse
STATE AGENCIES and voluntary bodies which fail to report suspected cases of child abuse face losing public funding as part of a series of measures aimed at strengthening child protection services.
STATE AGENCIES and voluntary bodies which fail to report suspected cases of child abuse face losing public funding as part of a series of measures aimed at strengthening child protection services.
Reporting of child abuse to be mandatory?
Reporting of child abuse to be mandatory?
Teachers, doctors and other caregivers could soon report child abuse to authorities, if the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has its way.
Teachers, doctors and other caregivers could soon report child abuse to authorities, if the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has its way.
Maine Agency Urges Support of Federal Child Welfare Bill
Maine Agency Urges Support of Federal Child Welfare Bill
A Maine agency is calling attention to a bi-partisan bill before the US Senate that would create a high-level government office and refocus US programs, policies and funding on a singular goal: a permanent family for every child.
The Families For Orphans Act (Senate Bill 1458 and House Bill 3070), sponsored by Senators Mary Landrieu (D-LA) and James Inhofe (R-OK) along with Representatives Diana Watson (D-CA) and John Boozman (R-AR), addresses the needs of millions of children living outside of permanent parental care throughout the world.
A Maine agency is calling attention to a bi-partisan bill before the US Senate that would create a high-level government office and refocus US programs, policies and funding on a singular goal: a permanent family for every child.
The Families For Orphans Act (Senate Bill 1458 and House Bill 3070), sponsored by Senators Mary Landrieu (D-LA) and James Inhofe (R-OK) along with Representatives Diana Watson (D-CA) and John Boozman (R-AR), addresses the needs of millions of children living outside of permanent parental care throughout the world.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Lawsuit alleges Medicaid fraud in Michigan child welfare system
Lawsuit alleges Medicaid fraud in Michigan child welfare system
Michigan Children's Ombudsman Verlie Ruffin has failed to report violations of state and federal law to the state Attorney General in order to "cover-up" Medicaid fraud committed by individual state agents, and privately contracted agencies of the state, according to a lawsuit filed in April.
Michigan Children's Ombudsman Verlie Ruffin has failed to report violations of state and federal law to the state Attorney General in order to "cover-up" Medicaid fraud committed by individual state agents, and privately contracted agencies of the state, according to a lawsuit filed in April.
Orphan Movie Review
There's something wrong with the adoption industry... Ba ha ha ha ha ha ha!!!!
http://www.howcast.com/videos/213910-Orphan-Movie-Review
http://www.howcast.com/videos/213910-Orphan-Movie-Review
CYFS probe traumatises family
CYFS probe traumatises family
Note: They do that to every family they come into contact with, even when they don't take the child and run.
A father says his family were left traumatised and his elder daughter tearful after Child, Youth and Family Services investigated a smack.
Note: They do that to every family they come into contact with, even when they don't take the child and run.
A father says his family were left traumatised and his elder daughter tearful after Child, Youth and Family Services investigated a smack.
The Truth Behind the 'Orphan' Movie Uproar: The Real Horrors in Adoption
The Truth Behind the 'Orphan' Movie Uproar: The Real Horrors in Adoption
If you are in touch, in any way, with adoption issues, no doubt you have seen the headlines: "Adoption Community Protest Movie 'Orphan'"; "Horror movie 'Orphan' is panned by adoption groups"; "New Adoption Horror Movie Causing a Stir"; "'Orphan': A Movie That Reinforces Myths About Adoption"; "Adoption Groups Boycott 'Orphan' Horror Movie."
If you are in touch, in any way, with adoption issues, no doubt you have seen the headlines: "Adoption Community Protest Movie 'Orphan'"; "Horror movie 'Orphan' is panned by adoption groups"; "New Adoption Horror Movie Causing a Stir"; "'Orphan': A Movie That Reinforces Myths About Adoption"; "Adoption Groups Boycott 'Orphan' Horror Movie."
Cops & Child Protective Services abuse children when they take them from innocent parents
Cops & Child Protective Services abuse children when they take them from innocent parents
I have often argued that Child Protective Services and the police are guilty of abusing children. I don't mean they are guilty of abuse went they take children from homes where the parents have sexually and physically abused them, or where children have been neglected through starvation and the like. What I mean is that when children are taken from innocent parents, which happens a lot more than the public realizes, they are often abused.
I have often argued that Child Protective Services and the police are guilty of abusing children. I don't mean they are guilty of abuse went they take children from homes where the parents have sexually and physically abused them, or where children have been neglected through starvation and the like. What I mean is that when children are taken from innocent parents, which happens a lot more than the public realizes, they are often abused.
Study: Ill. fails on child protection plans for crises
Study: Ill. fails on
child protection plans for crises
Illinois meets only one of four minimum standards to protect children should a natural or man-made disaster strike, according to a recent study.
Illinois meets only one of four minimum standards to protect children should a natural or man-made disaster strike, according to a recent study.
Grandparents sidestep DHS in bid to protect girl
Grandparents sidestep DHS in bid to protect girl
Three-year-olds Hailey Byers and Spencer Corson lived as brother and sister in a blended family - until Spencer was killed by what authorities say was violent child abuse.
Three-year-olds Hailey Byers and Spencer Corson lived as brother and sister in a blended family - until Spencer was killed by what authorities say was violent child abuse.
The Mothers Act Disease Mongering Campaign - Part II
The Mothers Act Disease Mongering Campaign - Part II
The Mothers Act legislation specifically defines the term "postpartum conditions" as "postpartum depression" or "postpartum psychosis." Use of the Act as an 8-year disease mongering campaign to further promote the new cottage industry of "reproductive psychiatry," or "reproductive mental health," comes from websites often run by people who will financially benefit from passage of the Act.
The Mothers Act legislation specifically defines the term "postpartum conditions" as "postpartum depression" or "postpartum psychosis." Use of the Act as an 8-year disease mongering campaign to further promote the new cottage industry of "reproductive psychiatry," or "reproductive mental health," comes from websites often run by people who will financially benefit from passage of the Act.
UK assaults families, then demands silence
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbijkKoS_4E
Crystal Walton was taken by SS from her Mum and Dad, who were told to stay away from media. Imagine the shock of seeing your baby advertised for adoption while you are fighting to have her returned! Then Gagged by the Courts....
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Sicko
Michael Moore's Sicko is up on Google Video.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6646340600856118396
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6646340600856118396
Children's Services slammed
Children's Services slammed
A senior Alberta judge has called on the attorney general to investigate the "disturbing" conduct of Children's Services staff in a case that raises troubling questions about how the department operates and who is ultimately responsible for children in care.
A senior Alberta judge has called on the attorney general to investigate the "disturbing" conduct of Children's Services staff in a case that raises troubling questions about how the department operates and who is ultimately responsible for children in care.
Caring for Madagascar's orphans
Madagascar is one of the world's poorest countries, and countless children scramble to survive in its streets. A new charity has taken a few of them in, determined to feed, school and house them until they can make it on their own.
Hospital Where Octuplets Born Fined Nearly $200K
The Southern California hospital where Nadya Suleman's octuplets were born has been fined $187,500 for failing to protect their medical privacy.
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1024913?wpid=2167
Oldest Woman To Give Birth Dies, Leaving Twins
At age 66 Maria del Carmen Bousada had twins, becoming the world's oldest person to give birth and raising questions about maternity so late in life. Bousada died Saturday at age 69, leaving behind boys not yet 3, Spanish newspapers reported.
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1022548?wpid=2167
http://www.clipsyndicate.com/video/play/1022548?wpid=2167
`Where's Ontario's humanity?' mom asks
`Where's Ontario's humanity?' mom asks
Still no policy to ensure parents won't have to lose custody to get care for disabled kids
Still no policy to ensure parents won't have to lose custody to get care for disabled kids
How social workers missed abuse of six children for years
How social workers missed abuse of six children for years
Social services failed to spot the abuse of six children from the same family for at least six years.
Social services failed to spot the abuse of six children from the same family for at least six years.
Family Attorney Blows the Whistle on State Child Protective Services Agencies
Family Attorney Blows the Whistle on State Child Protective Services Agencies
Practicing family attorney Gregory Hession confirms child protective service agencies engage in abusive, deliberate and dirty tricks motivated by federal funding.
Practicing family attorney Gregory Hession confirms child protective service agencies engage in abusive, deliberate and dirty tricks motivated by federal funding.
We,the people
"We,the people, call for a NEW era in "child protective services"--an era that does not vilify parents. Rather, an era of "Compassionate Preventative Services" and of FAMILY-oriented services. Where removal of a child from their family home is truly a last resort or for a truly life-saving one--NOT the answer to ALL "concerns" as it has been misused for.
Further, we, the people, the parents, and future parents, call for better, broader funding that ASSISTS FAMILIES to stay together and to maintain a decent home. This can include, but not limited to, a wide range of services: from drug/alcohol prevention and treatment, to providing child care centers and better funding, to a better food pantry system, to possibly attaching aid programs to social security numbers, in order to verify need, housing, employment, etc. with one piece of information required instead of several as it is now. (this would also reduce the need for paper as well, being "green")..,,,,We want the actual help we made need instead of family destruction......"
Further, we, the people, the parents, and future parents, call for better, broader funding that ASSISTS FAMILIES to stay together and to maintain a decent home. This can include, but not limited to, a wide range of services: from drug/alcohol prevention and treatment, to providing child care centers and better funding, to a better food pantry system, to possibly attaching aid programs to social security numbers, in order to verify need, housing, employment, etc. with one piece of information required instead of several as it is now. (this would also reduce the need for paper as well, being "green")..,,,,We want the actual help we made need instead of family destruction......"
From Twitter
Thinking how the New York City Children Protective Services allowed my child to be abused by a foster mother
http://twitter.com/Masterpi44/statuses/2852794597
http://twitter.com/Masterpi44/statuses/2852794597
Counter Intelligence: Child Welfare Groups Boycott "Orphan"
Counter Intelligence: Child Welfare Groups Boycott "Orphan"
See why child welfare agencies want to boycott the horror film "Orphan" and take a look at our list of must-reads that will have you chatting at the lunch counter, over IM or wherever it is that people actually talk these days.
Note: And it was a good movie too.
See why child welfare agencies want to boycott the horror film "Orphan" and take a look at our list of must-reads that will have you chatting at the lunch counter, over IM or wherever it is that people actually talk these days.
Note: And it was a good movie too.
Alberta judge slams civil servant over foster case
Alberta judge slams civil servant over foster case
An Alberta Court of Appeal judge has called on the attorney general to investigate the “disturbing” conduct of Children’s Services staff who failed to return a boy to his foster mother after being ordered to do so by the courts.
An Alberta Court of Appeal judge has called on the attorney general to investigate the “disturbing” conduct of Children’s Services staff who failed to return a boy to his foster mother after being ordered to do so by the courts.
Child abuse complaints reported to DHS declining
Child abuse complaints reported to DHS declining
State leaders issued a mandate in 2000 that set the tone for everyone involved in child welfare: "When in doubt, take the child out."
State leaders issued a mandate in 2000 that set the tone for everyone involved in child welfare: "When in doubt, take the child out."
More sugar coated bullshit from David Isley of the Examiner
Social Workers should remain a constant voice for foster children
When a child has been in foster care for any length of time, each move is more important than the next. During their transition, foster children will often feel a sense of fear and uncertainty. The responsibility of the social worker is to communicate with that foster child about whatever feelings that child is having and to slowly make necessary changes to help that foster child along their journey.
When a child has been in foster care for any length of time, each move is more important than the next. During their transition, foster children will often feel a sense of fear and uncertainty. The responsibility of the social worker is to communicate with that foster child about whatever feelings that child is having and to slowly make necessary changes to help that foster child along their journey.
Infant's injuries renew debate on DHS role
Infant's injuries renew debate on DHS role
As Ethan Neiderbach fights for his life, a debate is being revived over what his injuries should mean.
As Ethan Neiderbach fights for his life, a debate is being revived over what his injuries should mean.
Boy beaten to death was the subject of a dozen calls to L.A. County abuse hotline
Boy beaten to death was the subject of a dozen calls to L.A. County abuse hotline
A 6-year-old boy whose battered body was found on the floor of a South Los Angeles home was the subject of about a dozen calls to L.A. County’s child abuse hotline alleging abuse or neglect, a county official briefed about the case told The Times on Friday.
A 6-year-old boy whose battered body was found on the floor of a South Los Angeles home was the subject of about a dozen calls to L.A. County’s child abuse hotline alleging abuse or neglect, a county official briefed about the case told The Times on Friday.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Father banned from family home by social workers over unfounded allegations
Father banned from family home by social workers over unfounded allegations
A father of four who was forced out of his own home by social workers over unfounded allegations of sexual abuse has been reunited with his family.
A father of four who was forced out of his own home by social workers over unfounded allegations of sexual abuse has been reunited with his family.
Revealed: The dead children failed by social services in West Midlands
Revealed: The dead children failed by social services in West Midlands
FOUR children who were allegedly abused or neglected died in Birmingham within just eight weeks – three of them well-known to social services.
FOUR children who were allegedly abused or neglected died in Birmingham within just eight weeks – three of them well-known to social services.
Case of New Jersey woman who lost custody of baby because she refused a cesarean raises many issues
Case of New Jersey woman who lost custody of baby because she refused a cesarean raises many issues
In subsequent hearings, judges ruled against V.M., stating that they did not totally rely on the fact that she refused to have a cesarean section in making their decisions. However, her refusal to have a cesarean section was the initial cause that lead to the State of New Jersey taking custody of her newborn.
In subsequent hearings, judges ruled against V.M., stating that they did not totally rely on the fact that she refused to have a cesarean section in making their decisions. However, her refusal to have a cesarean section was the initial cause that lead to the State of New Jersey taking custody of her newborn.
Alta. child-welfare protection under microscope
Alta. child-welfare protection under microscope
Alberta's systems for protecting children in peril will be scrutinized by a review panel chaired by two independent, out-of-province child-welfare experts in the wake of a series of unprecedented "critical" incidents involving children in care.
Alberta's systems for protecting children in peril will be scrutinized by a review panel chaired by two independent, out-of-province child-welfare experts in the wake of a series of unprecedented "critical" incidents involving children in care.
Foster care drug oversight lacking
Foster care drug oversight lacking
State law requires clear, informed consent from a judge or parent before doctors can prescribe psychotropic drugs for foster children. But no one gave such consent for 7-year-old Gabriel Myers to take a powerful drug known to trigger suicidal thoughts in children.
State law requires clear, informed consent from a judge or parent before doctors can prescribe psychotropic drugs for foster children. But no one gave such consent for 7-year-old Gabriel Myers to take a powerful drug known to trigger suicidal thoughts in children.
Arapahoe man arrested after failing to return daughters to foster care
Arapahoe man arrested after failing to return daughters to foster care
Yuma County, Colo., sheriff's officers arrested an Arapahoe, Neb., man Wednesday after he failed to return his daughters to foster care Monday.
Yuma County, Colo., sheriff's officers arrested an Arapahoe, Neb., man Wednesday after he failed to return his daughters to foster care Monday.
Foster child's hanging death ruled accidental
Foster child's hanging death ruled accidental
Authorities have ruled the strangulation death of an 8-year-old foster child in Rutherford County an accident.
Authorities have ruled the strangulation death of an 8-year-old foster child in Rutherford County an accident.
South L.A. boy died after previous reports of abuse
South L.A. boy died after previous reports of abuse
A 6-year-old boy whose battered body was found on the floor of a South Los Angeles home was the subject of roughly a dozen calls to Los Angeles County's child abuse hotline alleging abuse or neglect, a county official briefed on the case told The Times on Friday.
A 6-year-old boy whose battered body was found on the floor of a South Los Angeles home was the subject of roughly a dozen calls to Los Angeles County's child abuse hotline alleging abuse or neglect, a county official briefed on the case told The Times on Friday.
Shirlee Smith: A foster child's slog through the system
Shirlee Smith: A foster child's slog through the system
CHILDREN in the foster care system have a tough row to hoe. And if they are involved with the Social Security Administration, the plot thickens. Their troubles aren't just with the Department of Children and Family Services who have removed them from their families.
Foster children, all too often, are mistreated by far too many people who are supposed to be providing them services and also by members of the general public who quite often seem to think these kids don't qualify as real people.
CHILDREN in the foster care system have a tough row to hoe. And if they are involved with the Social Security Administration, the plot thickens. Their troubles aren't just with the Department of Children and Family Services who have removed them from their families.
Foster children, all too often, are mistreated by far too many people who are supposed to be providing them services and also by members of the general public who quite often seem to think these kids don't qualify as real people.
Dad allowed to take daughter home
Dad allowed to take daughter home
The 5-year-old girl at the center of a two-state custody battle will go home to Alabama with her dad, despite pleas from Hamilton County social workers that the girl is at risk and should temporarily live with her maternal grandparents.
The 5-year-old girl at the center of a two-state custody battle will go home to Alabama with her dad, despite pleas from Hamilton County social workers that the girl is at risk and should temporarily live with her maternal grandparents.
Friday, July 24, 2009
I had to go see Orphan
I just went to see Orphan.
The movie has been getting a bad rap from the adoption industry, out of fear that it might somehow shed a negative light onto foster children, orphans, adoption etc. Adoption groups have been protesting it like crazy.
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/ent/stories/DN-orphanside_0724gd.ART.State.Edition1.4bd94a2.html
I assure you, it was only a movie, and a good one. If you are into horror movies like I am, you won't be disappointed.
What's sad is the fact that the chronic anal-retentive's are so upset about it. You'd think that people could think independently enough to realize that 33 year old movie psycho's can't really pass themselves off as a 9 year old child.
Even a child protective worker can't lie that good.
The movie has been getting a bad rap from the adoption industry, out of fear that it might somehow shed a negative light onto foster children, orphans, adoption etc. Adoption groups have been protesting it like crazy.
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/ent/stories/DN-orphanside_0724gd.ART.State.Edition1.4bd94a2.html
I assure you, it was only a movie, and a good one. If you are into horror movies like I am, you won't be disappointed.
What's sad is the fact that the chronic anal-retentive's are so upset about it. You'd think that people could think independently enough to realize that 33 year old movie psycho's can't really pass themselves off as a 9 year old child.
Even a child protective worker can't lie that good.
Newborn Taken from Parents Because Mom Refused C-Section
Newborn Taken from Parents Because Mom Refused C-Section
A mom in New Jersey acted erratically while in labor. She was combative. She was noncompliant. She refused to submit to a cesarean section. She then gave birth vaginally to a normal, healthy baby (apparently not an unavoidable c-section, ya know?). That baby was taken from her. Her parental rights were terminated. She and her partner left the hospital without their baby, and their baby was given to foster parents.
A mom in New Jersey acted erratically while in labor. She was combative. She was noncompliant. She refused to submit to a cesarean section. She then gave birth vaginally to a normal, healthy baby (apparently not an unavoidable c-section, ya know?). That baby was taken from her. Her parental rights were terminated. She and her partner left the hospital without their baby, and their baby was given to foster parents.
Lufkin man faces up to 40 years in child molestation case
Lufkin man faces up to 40 years in child molestation case
A judge handed down a split verdict Friday in the case of a Lufkin man accused of molesting two young boys.
Willie Norman Purvis, 48, has been convicted on two of four counts of child molestation. Angelina County state District Judge Barry Bryan found Purvis guilty of touching a 5-year-old boy and a 6-year-old boy on their private areas last summer.
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The 5-year-old boy told his mother about the sexual abuse, according to testimony. He had formerly been fostered at that home and often visited.
A judge handed down a split verdict Friday in the case of a Lufkin man accused of molesting two young boys.
Willie Norman Purvis, 48, has been convicted on two of four counts of child molestation. Angelina County state District Judge Barry Bryan found Purvis guilty of touching a 5-year-old boy and a 6-year-old boy on their private areas last summer.
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The 5-year-old boy told his mother about the sexual abuse, according to testimony. He had formerly been fostered at that home and often visited.
Agency mourns child
Agency mourns child
Trumbull County Children Services Bureau Director Marcia Tiger remembers Tiffany Banks-Cross learning to walk in the halls of her agency.
Tiger said she and her CSB co-workers still are dealing with grief after the 21-month-old child died in what's been ruled a homicide, the first of a foster child she remembers in her 30 years with the agency.
Note: They'll get over it, steal more kids and go about their business as if it never happened.
Trumbull County Children Services Bureau Director Marcia Tiger remembers Tiffany Banks-Cross learning to walk in the halls of her agency.
Tiger said she and her CSB co-workers still are dealing with grief after the 21-month-old child died in what's been ruled a homicide, the first of a foster child she remembers in her 30 years with the agency.
Note: They'll get over it, steal more kids and go about their business as if it never happened.
Two-Year-Old Dies Under Foster Care -
Two-Year-Old Dies Under Foster Care -
Child Protective Services is investigating a family whose foster child died Monday.
The biological mother blames CPS for putting her two-year-old little girl into the wrong hands, but why the child was placed in CPS in the first place may offer another point of view.
Child Protective Services is investigating a family whose foster child died Monday.
The biological mother blames CPS for putting her two-year-old little girl into the wrong hands, but why the child was placed in CPS in the first place may offer another point of view.
'Orphan' offends adoption agencies: anatomy of a film release controversy (VIDEO)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPFQ8I04bvE
The tragic loss of their unborn child has devastated Kate and John, taking a toll on both their marriage and Kate's fragile psyche as she is plagued by nightmares and haunted by demons from her past. Struggling to regain some semblance of normalcy in their lives, the couple decides to adopt another child. At the local orphanage, both John and Kate find themselves strangely drawn to a young girl named Esther. Almost as soon as they welcome Esther into their home, however, an alarming series of events begins to unfold, leading Kate to believe that there's something wrong with Esther--this seemingly angelic little girl is not what she appears to be. Concerned for the safety of her family, Kate tries to get John and others to see past Esther's sweet facade. But her warnings go unheeded until it may be too late-for everyone.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Queensland's child protection system fails as 79 children die
Queensland's child protection system fails as 79 children die
QUEENSLAND Government says 79 children known to child safety authorities have died over the past year - a rise of more than 50 per cent in four years.
QUEENSLAND Government says 79 children known to child safety authorities have died over the past year - a rise of more than 50 per cent in four years.
Foster Child Death Update -
Foster Child Death Update -
Action Ten News has received new information about the Alice foster family who had a two-year-old girl die under their watch Monday.
Action Ten News has received new information about the Alice foster family who had a two-year-old girl die under their watch Monday.
Jurors find woman not guilty in child abuse case
Jurors find woman not guilty in child abuse case
The state said Jimmatta Vinson was a frustrated young mom who intentionally snapped her 4-month-old daughter Omyashy's arm.
The state said Jimmatta Vinson was a frustrated young mom who intentionally snapped her 4-month-old daughter Omyashy's arm.
Mental Health Problems Higher for Teens in Child Welfare
Mental Health Problems Higher for Teens in Child Welfare
Youth with a history of involvement with the child welfare system face multiple functional and developmental risks as they transition from adolescence to young adulthood, according to researchers from Duke University and RTI International.
Youth with a history of involvement with the child welfare system face multiple functional and developmental risks as they transition from adolescence to young adulthood, according to researchers from Duke University and RTI International.
Second juror replaced in trial of psychologist
Second juror replaced in trial of psychologist
Another juror deciding the case of a prominent child psychologist accused of molesting some of his patients has been replaced.
Another juror deciding the case of a prominent child psychologist accused of molesting some of his patients has been replaced.
Texas judge closes last custody case in YFZ raid
Texas judge closes last custody case in YFZ raid
The last FLDS child in Texas state custody is home -- but not with her parents.
FLDS custody case officially ends in Texas; alleged 'bride' dropped from court oversight
The last FLDS child in Texas state custody is home -- but not with her parents.
FLDS custody case officially ends in Texas; alleged 'bride' dropped from court oversight
Crist urged to stop `chemical restraint' of foster kids
Crist urged to stop `chemical restraint' of foster kids
A pair of adoptive parents are urging Gov. Charlie Crist and lawmakers to stop the `chemical restraint' of children in state care.
A pair of adoptive parents are urging Gov. Charlie Crist and lawmakers to stop the `chemical restraint' of children in state care.
MAN CHARGED WITH ASSAULT CHOOSES JUDGE AND JURY
MAN CHARGED WITH ASSAULT CHOOSES JUDGE AND JURY
A MAN CHARGED WITH AGGRAVATED ASSAULT AFTER THE INJURY OF AN INFANT IN A CENTRAL SAANICH FOSTER HOME WILL BE TRIED BY A JUDGE AND JURY.
A MAN CHARGED WITH AGGRAVATED ASSAULT AFTER THE INJURY OF AN INFANT IN A CENTRAL SAANICH FOSTER HOME WILL BE TRIED BY A JUDGE AND JURY.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Sentence suspended for mom who slaps social worker print this article
Sentence suspended for mom who slaps social worker print this article
A Summerside woman has received probation for slapping a social worker who had taken her child.
A Summerside woman has received probation for slapping a social worker who had taken her child.
Concerns over drugs and foster children cloud adoption celebration
Concerns over drugs and foster children cloud adoption celebration
While state officials celebrate Florida's much-improved adoption rate this week, inquiries continue into the prescription of psychotropic drugs for children still in foster care.
Couple puts focus on "chemical restraint" of kids in Florida's care
While state officials celebrate Florida's much-improved adoption rate this week, inquiries continue into the prescription of psychotropic drugs for children still in foster care.
Couple puts focus on "chemical restraint" of kids in Florida's care
Alberta child welfare system to be scrutinized
Alberta child welfare system to be scrutinized
Alberta’s systems for protecting children in peril will be scrutinized by a review panel chaired by two independent out-of-province child welfare experts in the wake of a series of unprecedented “critical” incidents involving children in care.
Alberta’s systems for protecting children in peril will be scrutinized by a review panel chaired by two independent out-of-province child welfare experts in the wake of a series of unprecedented “critical” incidents involving children in care.
Social Worker Testifies in Jacks Case
Social Worker Testifies in Jacks Case
The Banita Jacks murder case put the spotlight on the role the city plays in trying to keep children safe. Did authorities do enough?
The Banita Jacks murder case put the spotlight on the role the city plays in trying to keep children safe. Did authorities do enough?
Family sues in Ohio teen's treatment center death
Family sues in Ohio teen's treatment center death
The family of a 17-year-old girl who died at a church-run treatment center says reckless and negligent behavior by center employees caused her death.
The family of a 17-year-old girl who died at a church-run treatment center says reckless and negligent behavior by center employees caused her death.
Hard Times - State workers protest layoffs
Hard Times - State workers protest layoffs
The dozen or more state workers on Kaua‘i who received layoff notifications received support from places expected and unexpected during a lunchtime, highway-side protest here Tuesday.
The dozen or more state workers on Kaua‘i who received layoff notifications received support from places expected and unexpected during a lunchtime, highway-side protest here Tuesday.
Witness invokes Fifth Amendment at Alamo trial
Witness invokes Fifth Amendment at Alamo trial
Under questioning Tuesday at evangelist Tony Alamo's trial, the wife of a fugitive described by authorities as Alamo's "enforcer" invoked her right not to incriminate herself. As she left the courtroom, she was served with documents from child welfare authorities seeking protective custody of her four children.
Under questioning Tuesday at evangelist Tony Alamo's trial, the wife of a fugitive described by authorities as Alamo's "enforcer" invoked her right not to incriminate herself. As she left the courtroom, she was served with documents from child welfare authorities seeking protective custody of her four children.
Michael Jackson aimed to direct movie about foster children
Michael Jackson aimed to direct movie about foster children
Three months before his death, Michael Jackson committed to co-directing and financing a movie -- a poignant drama about foster children -- and planned to get started as soon as he completed his London concerts. The news is the latest in a series of revelations that are helping to shed light on the pop star's passions and projects, even as the investigation into his abuse of prescription drugs and a tussle over custody of his children rage on.
Three months before his death, Michael Jackson committed to co-directing and financing a movie -- a poignant drama about foster children -- and planned to get started as soon as he completed his London concerts. The news is the latest in a series of revelations that are helping to shed light on the pop star's passions and projects, even as the investigation into his abuse of prescription drugs and a tussle over custody of his children rage on.
For second year, Florida sets record for selling, I mean adopting foster kids
For second year, Florida sets record for adopting foster kids
What does it take to fall in love with a child who is not your biological son or daughter? An open heart and the willingness to be a parent to a child who has experienced abuse, or neglect, and needs a safe, loving home.
What does it take to fall in love with a child who is not your biological son or daughter? An open heart and the willingness to be a parent to a child who has experienced abuse, or neglect, and needs a safe, loving home.