Presidential Proclamation--National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Our Nation's children are our hope for the future, and caring for them is one of our greatest responsibilities. During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we renew our commitment to preventing child abuse and neglect by promoting healthy families, protecting children, and supporting communities throughout our Nation.
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
Teacher in Trouble for Ridiculing Student's Hair
Teacher in Trouble for Ridiculing Student's Hair
A Chicago Public School teacher is in hot water for posting a picture on her Facebook page that mocked one of her students.
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Teacher faces lawsuit for taking a photo of young pupil's Jolly Rancher hairstyle and posting it on Facebook for friends to mock
A Chicago Public School teacher is in hot water for posting a picture on her Facebook page that mocked one of her students.
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Teacher faces lawsuit for taking a photo of young pupil's Jolly Rancher hairstyle and posting it on Facebook for friends to mock
Aransas Couple On Trial For Son's Death Asks For Other Children Back
Aransas Couple On Trial For Son's Death Asks For Other Children Back
An Aransas Pass couple said to be responsible for the death of one of their children was back in court today, asking a judge to return custody of their three living kids.
An Aransas Pass couple said to be responsible for the death of one of their children was back in court today, asking a judge to return custody of their three living kids.
CPS investigating teacher's Facebook post
CPS investigating teacher's Facebook post
Chicago Public Schools officials say they've started an investigation after a teacher apparently posted a photo on Facebook of a student who wore Jolly Rancher candies in her hair.
Chicago Public Schools officials say they've started an investigation after a teacher apparently posted a photo on Facebook of a student who wore Jolly Rancher candies in her hair.
Foster Care: Safety Net or Trap Door?
Foster Care: Safety Net or Trap Door?
For tens of thousands of endangered children, foster care has become a trap door rather than the safety net they need to help them succeed. In particular, federal financing policies have favored foster care over other child welfare approaches, leading states to overuse foster care to the detriment of children who could be adopted or whose families could be rehabilitated. Congress should give states more flexibility in how they can use federal funding and stop providing foster care funding on a per capita basis, which promotes this dependence. States should refocus on achieving the best outcomes for children. Among other approaches, state agencies should work with private-sector agencies and faith-based networks to find adoptive parents and guardians for children languishing in foster care.
For tens of thousands of endangered children, foster care has become a trap door rather than the safety net they need to help them succeed. In particular, federal financing policies have favored foster care over other child welfare approaches, leading states to overuse foster care to the detriment of children who could be adopted or whose families could be rehabilitated. Congress should give states more flexibility in how they can use federal funding and stop providing foster care funding on a per capita basis, which promotes this dependence. States should refocus on achieving the best outcomes for children. Among other approaches, state agencies should work with private-sector agencies and faith-based networks to find adoptive parents and guardians for children languishing in foster care.
Audit Finds Child Services System 'Incomplete, Unreliable'
Despite an investment of $90 million of state and federal funds, a legislative audit showed the computer system designed to monitor child services is, in the auditors' words, "incomplete" and "unreliable."
County releases report on deaths of children under child-welfare supervision
County releases report on deaths of children under child-welfare supervision
Los Angeles County Chief Executive William T Fujioka released a report Thursday that offered new details on deaths of children under the supervision of the Department of Children and Family Services. But Fujioka cautioned that data problems made it difficult to discern trends.
Los Angeles County Chief Executive William T Fujioka released a report Thursday that offered new details on deaths of children under the supervision of the Department of Children and Family Services. But Fujioka cautioned that data problems made it difficult to discern trends.
Report Says New York City Overlooked More Children in Danger
Report Says New York City Overlooked More Children in Danger
Translation to reality: They think that they should have snatched more kids.
A city review made after the death of a malnourished 4-year-old in September found at least 10 more instances in which child welfare workers missed signs that children were in imminent danger, a report by the city’s Administration for Children’s Services and the Office of the Public Advocate said on Thursday.
Translation to reality: They think that they should have snatched more kids.
A city review made after the death of a malnourished 4-year-old in September found at least 10 more instances in which child welfare workers missed signs that children were in imminent danger, a report by the city’s Administration for Children’s Services and the Office of the Public Advocate said on Thursday.
NY1 Exclusive: Task Force Outlines ACS Reforms In Wake Of Case Worker Arrests
NY1 Exclusive: Task Force Outlines ACS Reforms In Wake Of Case Worker Arrests
In the wake of a child abuse case that horrified New Yorkers and resulted in the indictment of two case workers, top city officials are revealing reforms that they say will avoid future tragedies. NY1's Errol Lewis filed the following report.
In the wake of a child abuse case that horrified New Yorkers and resulted in the indictment of two case workers, top city officials are revealing reforms that they say will avoid future tragedies. NY1's Errol Lewis filed the following report.
Care worker struck off for 'inappropriate' relationship with 15-year-old boy
Care worker struck off for 'inappropriate' relationship with 15-year-old boy
A residential care worker was struck off after she admitted forming an "inappropriate" relationship with a 15-year-old boy she was looking after.
A residential care worker was struck off after she admitted forming an "inappropriate" relationship with a 15-year-old boy she was looking after.
State Orders Group Home Closed
State Orders Group Home Closed
The state on Wednesday ordered a Greenville group home closed, two days after a teen was found dead inside the home.
The state on Wednesday ordered a Greenville group home closed, two days after a teen was found dead inside the home.
Obesity: Another higher risk for at-risk children
Obesity: Another higher risk for at-risk children
First lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign to fight childhood obesity celebrated its first anniversary last month. Her drive "to raise a healthier generation of kids" now has more than 500 partners, including cities, businesses and schools. But one of the nation's most vulnerable populations is in danger of being bypassed - foster children and abused and neglected children who receive child welfare services in their homes.
First lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign to fight childhood obesity celebrated its first anniversary last month. Her drive "to raise a healthier generation of kids" now has more than 500 partners, including cities, businesses and schools. But one of the nation's most vulnerable populations is in danger of being bypassed - foster children and abused and neglected children who receive child welfare services in their homes.
The legal right to see your grandchild: Action to end the heartbreak of relatives cut off when their children divorce
The legal right to see your grandchild: Action to end the heartbreak of relatives cut off when their children divorce
Grandparents are to be given legal rights to maintain contact with their grandchildren after a family breakdown or divorce.
Grandparents are to be given legal rights to maintain contact with their grandchildren after a family breakdown or divorce.
Institutionalising children in orphanages is bad – Social Welfare Department
Institutionalising children in orphanages is bad – Social Welfare Department
The Department of Social Welfare (DSW) has noted that confining children who are in need of care and protection at orphanages was bad and affected their psychological and physical development.
The Department of Social Welfare (DSW) has noted that confining children who are in need of care and protection at orphanages was bad and affected their psychological and physical development.
After removing history, Maine politicians move to repeat it
After removing history, Maine politicians move to repeat it
A new bill in the Maine House of Representatives would allow employers to pay workers under 20 as little as $5.25 an hour, and would remove limits on how many hours a minor can work in a day.
A new bill in the Maine House of Representatives would allow employers to pay workers under 20 as little as $5.25 an hour, and would remove limits on how many hours a minor can work in a day.
DHS leaves nine-year-old boy alone at Coburg Lake late at night
DHS leaves nine-year-old boy alone at Coburg Lake late at night
UPDATE 3.40pm: THE Opposition says a judicial review into child protection should be fast-tracked, after the shocking revelation that a nine-year-old boy was abandoned in a Coburg park at night by his carers.
UPDATE 3.40pm: THE Opposition says a judicial review into child protection should be fast-tracked, after the shocking revelation that a nine-year-old boy was abandoned in a Coburg park at night by his carers.
Criminalizing caregivers
Criminalizing caregivers
ON MARCH 25, unionized workers at the New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) demonstrated outside the agency's headquarters to protest the indictment of a child protective investigator and his supervisor for criminally negligent homicide.
Note: We want more! More accountability!!!
ON MARCH 25, unionized workers at the New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) demonstrated outside the agency's headquarters to protest the indictment of a child protective investigator and his supervisor for criminally negligent homicide.
Note: We want more! More accountability!!!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
LK's Look-A-Likes Part 3: Minnesota Representative and foster parent Michelle Bachmann looks like...
I know, I know. How can I pick on the potential Tea Party candidate for the Presidency of the United States? Especially after all the wonderful things she does for children.
Here's why.
Michele Bachmann’s 23 foster kids
But onto the big event. Who does Ms Bachmann look like?
None other than Alfred E. Numan.
Here's why.
Michele Bachmann’s 23 foster kids
But onto the big event. Who does Ms Bachmann look like?
None other than Alfred E. Numan.
Maine GOP Lawmakers Push to Loosen State's Child Labor Laws
Maine GOP Lawmakers Push to Loosen State's Child Labor Laws
Some Republican lawmakers in Augusta are intensifying their push to loosen laws covering minors in the workplace. A new measure, introduced this week, would let kids 16 and older work as many hours a day as they want while school is in session. It would also require employers to pay kids a trial wage during their first six months on the job--a wage that's $2 less than the federal minimum.
Some Republican lawmakers in Augusta are intensifying their push to loosen laws covering minors in the workplace. A new measure, introduced this week, would let kids 16 and older work as many hours a day as they want while school is in session. It would also require employers to pay kids a trial wage during their first six months on the job--a wage that's $2 less than the federal minimum.
Psychologist says pedophilia is sexual orientation similar to homosexuality
Psychologist says pedophilia is sexual orientation similar to homosexuality
Two psychologists testified before a parliamentary session on a bill related to sexual assault on children that pedophilia is a "sexual orientation" just like homosexuality or heterosexuality.
Two psychologists testified before a parliamentary session on a bill related to sexual assault on children that pedophilia is a "sexual orientation" just like homosexuality or heterosexuality.
Father: Social Services unresponsive to complaints in Bristow abuse case
Father: Social Services unresponsive to complaints in Bristow abuse case
That’s exactly what Daniel Tincher said he received from the Prince William County Social Services Department when he called to check on the complaints he lodged against Christina Dawn Moore — the mother of his twin boys.
That’s exactly what Daniel Tincher said he received from the Prince William County Social Services Department when he called to check on the complaints he lodged against Christina Dawn Moore — the mother of his twin boys.
Baby boy reunited with mother after child abuse misunderstanding
Baby boy reunited with mother after child abuse misunderstanding
A 3-month-old boy is back with his mother after confusion at a hospital landed him in foster care.
A 3-month-old boy is back with his mother after confusion at a hospital landed him in foster care.
Ponca City Mom Says DHS Worker Struck Son With Car
Ponca City Mom Says DHS Worker Struck Son With Car
A Ponca City woman said she became the target of a Department of Human Services investigation after a DHS worker struck her toddler with a car.
A Ponca City woman said she became the target of a Department of Human Services investigation after a DHS worker struck her toddler with a car.
Suit: Adoption agency didn't say kids were abused
Suit: Adoption agency didn't say kids were abused
Andrew Dolan and Suzanne Tyler just wanted a "forever family" when they adopted a son and daughter in 2009 through Family Support Services of North Florida.
Andrew Dolan and Suzanne Tyler just wanted a "forever family" when they adopted a son and daughter in 2009 through Family Support Services of North Florida.
Alpharetta couple seeks precedent after adoption scam
Alpharetta couple seeks precedent after adoption scam
Tracey and Jeff Scholen were so in love with the daughter they adopted in 2008 they leaped at the chance to adopt her sibling when the birth parents conceived again a year later.
Tracey and Jeff Scholen were so in love with the daughter they adopted in 2008 they leaped at the chance to adopt her sibling when the birth parents conceived again a year later.
I am a child snatching piece of crap...
... who is making Child Abuse Propaganda video's for New York's ACS, that nobody is watching, in a desperate attempt to repair their public image after a few recent high profile failure to protect cases, by making themselves look like the Champions of Children...
And embedding is disabled by request. Therefore, you will have to watch these NY ACS Child Abuse Propaganda Video's on YouTube. I assume they are going to be played on a screen at some child abuse propaganda month event, although I could be wrong.
Hold on to your lunch!!!
I Am A Child Protective Specialist #1
I Am A Child Protective Specialist #2
And here's their YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/user/childservices
What a joke.
And embedding is disabled by request. Therefore, you will have to watch these NY ACS Child Abuse Propaganda Video's on YouTube. I assume they are going to be played on a screen at some child abuse propaganda month event, although I could be wrong.
Hold on to your lunch!!!
I Am A Child Protective Specialist #1
I Am A Child Protective Specialist #2
And here's their YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/user/childservices
What a joke.
"Teen Mom 2" Star Arrested Over Fight Video
"Teen Mom 2" Star Arrested Over Fight Video
Jenelle Evans, star of MTV's "Teen Mom 2," was arrested late last night for assault ... after TMZ posted her rabid attack on another girl last week.
Jenelle Evans, star of MTV's "Teen Mom 2," was arrested late last night for assault ... after TMZ posted her rabid attack on another girl last week.
Intimidation and bullying claims emerge from another government department
Intimidation and bullying claims emerge from another government department
Amid dramatic allegations and claims of threats and intimidation against medical staff, an Edmonton lawyer says the problem is not isolated to the AHS.
Amid dramatic allegations and claims of threats and intimidation against medical staff, an Edmonton lawyer says the problem is not isolated to the AHS.
Detroit mother jailed after standoff to be released
Detroit mother jailed after standoff to be released
The bond was reduced today for a woman charged with using a gun to hold off police when Child Protective Services workers came to take her daughter in a dispute over the 13-year-old's medication.
The bond was reduced today for a woman charged with using a gun to hold off police when Child Protective Services workers came to take her daughter in a dispute over the 13-year-old's medication.
Detroiter who stole to feed 5 grandkids is facing prison
Detroiter who stole to feed 5 grandkids is facing prison
Her mentally ill son was in prison.
Her daughter was battling drug addiction.
And her five grandchildren were in danger of being sent to foster care.
Her mentally ill son was in prison.
Her daughter was battling drug addiction.
And her five grandchildren were in danger of being sent to foster care.
Police use Assault Weapons and Tank against Home School Mom wanting to protect daughter from Dangerous Medications
Police use Assault Weapons and Tank against Home School Mom wanting to protect daughter from Dangerous Medications
According to the Detroit News, a 56-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges and is being held on $500,000 bond after a 10-hour standoff with police, claiming she was protecting her 13-year-old daughter from unnecessary medication. The story which led to this incident, as reported in the Detroit News and The Voice of Detroit, is quite disturbing.
According to the Detroit News, a 56-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges and is being held on $500,000 bond after a 10-hour standoff with police, claiming she was protecting her 13-year-old daughter from unnecessary medication. The story which led to this incident, as reported in the Detroit News and The Voice of Detroit, is quite disturbing.
Community invited to plant pinwheels as abuse awareness
Community invited to plant pinwheels as abuse awareness
"Each of the 647 pinwheels we'll plant represents a 'voice' for a child, someone who spoke out against abuse or neglect," states Terrie Robinson, Placement Services coordinator, in a press release. "It's a powerful symbol that also reflects the number of investigations our agency conducted in 2010."
Note: "Reflects the number of investigations." Not the number of substantiated cases of child abuse or neglect mind you, as that would drop the numbers by what 70/80% taking a chunk out of the dramatic effect that they're trying to achieve by creating a field of pinwheels in an ever growing pile of bullshit, where ever growing numbers of innocent parents are forced over for their state sponsored anal probes by people who are claiming to be the Champions of Children.
Child Abuse Propaganda Month begins in 2 days. You should all be joining in on the fun. You should get out there and protest these events that give rise to the appearance that things are worse than they actually are. Instead, you'll all be sitting there taking it like a bitch while pissing and moaning on Facebook.
Me? I'm just gonna keep on a chippin away at their public image. Because they suck.
"Each of the 647 pinwheels we'll plant represents a 'voice' for a child, someone who spoke out against abuse or neglect," states Terrie Robinson, Placement Services coordinator, in a press release. "It's a powerful symbol that also reflects the number of investigations our agency conducted in 2010."
Note: "Reflects the number of investigations." Not the number of substantiated cases of child abuse or neglect mind you, as that would drop the numbers by what 70/80% taking a chunk out of the dramatic effect that they're trying to achieve by creating a field of pinwheels in an ever growing pile of bullshit, where ever growing numbers of innocent parents are forced over for their state sponsored anal probes by people who are claiming to be the Champions of Children.
Child Abuse Propaganda Month begins in 2 days. You should all be joining in on the fun. You should get out there and protest these events that give rise to the appearance that things are worse than they actually are. Instead, you'll all be sitting there taking it like a bitch while pissing and moaning on Facebook.
Me? I'm just gonna keep on a chippin away at their public image. Because they suck.
Child not returned to mother after woman takes son from hospital
We are supposed to be able to trust our doctors. It is, however, not wise to do so in the Age of the Victim as they are required to report every little thing to the Child Abuse Hotline.
Note: See, here we have this innocent and responsible mother who was trying to do the right thing which backfired when she was falsely accused of child abuse by an obvious paranoia case of a piece of shit doctor. The mother says, "screw you buddy," and chooses to not have the doctor see or treat her child any further, instead deciding to take HER KID someplace else only to be cut off and have her kid stolen by the police and placed right into the kind and loving hands of the child protective industry.
Parents should not have to fear bringing their kids to the doctor. I'll just bet this mother will think twice before ever doing it again.
Whose fault is that?
Child not returned to mother after woman takes son from hospital
A local woman accused of taking her baby from Cardinal Glennon Hospital when doctors told her they suspected child abuse still does not have her child back even after the situation was deemed a misunderstanding.
Note: See, here we have this innocent and responsible mother who was trying to do the right thing which backfired when she was falsely accused of child abuse by an obvious paranoia case of a piece of shit doctor. The mother says, "screw you buddy," and chooses to not have the doctor see or treat her child any further, instead deciding to take HER KID someplace else only to be cut off and have her kid stolen by the police and placed right into the kind and loving hands of the child protective industry.
Parents should not have to fear bringing their kids to the doctor. I'll just bet this mother will think twice before ever doing it again.
Whose fault is that?
The failings of Britain's care system in spotlight
The failings of Britain's care system in spotlight
THE failings of Britain’s care system have been many over the years. Meant as a safety net for children, social care has unarguably failed in its duty to look after children and in many cases put them in worse situations than those they were taken out of.
THE failings of Britain’s care system have been many over the years. Meant as a safety net for children, social care has unarguably failed in its duty to look after children and in many cases put them in worse situations than those they were taken out of.
Sacked Baby P boss's legal war could cost the taxpayer £3.5m
Sacked Baby P boss's legal war could cost the taxpayer £3.5m
Sharon Shoesmith's battle over her sacking after the Baby P tragedy could cost the taxpayer £3.5million, it emerged today.
Sharon Shoesmith's battle over her sacking after the Baby P tragedy could cost the taxpayer £3.5million, it emerged today.
Former Pottstown man charged with raping girl, 9
Former Pottstown man charged with raping girl, 9
A Reading man, formerly of Pottstown, was charged with raping a girl who was in his care as a foster child numerous times over 2½ to 3 years, bribing the child with gifts and money, and “frequently” forcing her to stay home from school so he could assault her, court papers indicate.
A Reading man, formerly of Pottstown, was charged with raping a girl who was in his care as a foster child numerous times over 2½ to 3 years, bribing the child with gifts and money, and “frequently” forcing her to stay home from school so he could assault her, court papers indicate.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Angry social workers vow to strike again in 2014
Angry social workers vow to strike again in 2014
Social workers returned to work Tuesday feeling dejected and let down, but vowing to resume the fight for better work conditions as soon as possible and prepare for the next strike in 2014, when the agreement reached Monday night between the Social Workers Union and the Treasury expires.
Social workers returned to work Tuesday feeling dejected and let down, but vowing to resume the fight for better work conditions as soon as possible and prepare for the next strike in 2014, when the agreement reached Monday night between the Social Workers Union and the Treasury expires.
A Warning to the Parents of Isreal
Social worker strike ends after 3 weeks
Following judge's threat to issue injunction forcing them back to work, social workers vote to accept deal they rejected last week.
Following judge's threat to issue injunction forcing them back to work, social workers vote to accept deal they rejected last week.
Caseloads targeted in child welfare overhaul
Caseloads targeted in child welfare overhaul
Dozens of social workers in western Newfoundland are being transferred to the department now directly responsible for child welfare, as government moves to shrink caseloads.
Dozens of social workers in western Newfoundland are being transferred to the department now directly responsible for child welfare, as government moves to shrink caseloads.
LK's Look-A-Likes Part 2
Is it just me or is there a remarkable resemblance between the Executive Director of the child advocacy group known as Children's Rights, Marcia Robinson Lowry and Cruella Deville?
Dead, wounded kids at center of Medicaid lawsuit reforms
Dead, wounded kids at center of Medicaid lawsuit reforms
A baby’s brain is damaged in a botched surgery. A 10-year-old in Florida’s child-welfare system is tortured and killed as her helpless brother listens in torment.
A baby’s brain is damaged in a botched surgery. A 10-year-old in Florida’s child-welfare system is tortured and killed as her helpless brother listens in torment.
“Year of the Grandparent” Launched to Highlight Impact of Kin on Foster Care
“Year of the Grandparent” Launched to Highlight Impact of Kin on Foster Care
The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) is marking the next year as the Year of the Grandparent: Keeping Kin Connected. A year of educational and informational activities—culminating with a grandparent award ceremony—comprise this important initiative, which highlights the growth in kinship care and showcases the improvements in child welfare policy and practice that have helped more children stay with family in lieu of entering foster care.
The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) is marking the next year as the Year of the Grandparent: Keeping Kin Connected. A year of educational and informational activities—culminating with a grandparent award ceremony—comprise this important initiative, which highlights the growth in kinship care and showcases the improvements in child welfare policy and practice that have helped more children stay with family in lieu of entering foster care.
Foster Parents don't like giving your kids back.
I would like to thank our beloved foster shrink over at Foster Parent Adventures for sharing this rather interesting link with her own commentary.
The last few posts has been about the anguish that a foster mother goes through when she has to give the kid back.
Boo hoo. It's a job. And such a job does not entitle you to our children.
4 hours until the hardest 24 hours of my life
She thought she was going to get to keep the kid, you see. And after months of listening to the nice social workers, she says, "I’m looking forward to her meeting Jacket’s Mom, if only for some validation of my reality that she’s totally crazy."
And here...
She displays her jealousy and a little resentment towards the real mother. Can you see it?
Got to say night-night to Jacket
And here's the link to the rest of this blog.
http://fosterhood.tumblr.com/
The last few posts has been about the anguish that a foster mother goes through when she has to give the kid back.
Boo hoo. It's a job. And such a job does not entitle you to our children.
4 hours until the hardest 24 hours of my life
She thought she was going to get to keep the kid, you see. And after months of listening to the nice social workers, she says, "I’m looking forward to her meeting Jacket’s Mom, if only for some validation of my reality that she’s totally crazy."
And here...
She displays her jealousy and a little resentment towards the real mother. Can you see it?
Got to say night-night to Jacket
And here's the link to the rest of this blog.
http://fosterhood.tumblr.com/
Internal review finds no evidence of child neglect at DCF
Internal review finds no evidence of child neglect at DCF
Note: That's because the internal review serves as an opportunity for them to dot all their I's and cross all their T's before anybody else has a chance to look at it.
An internal review found there was no evidence for an allegation a baby was neglected while at local Department of Children and Families offices in December.
Note: That's because the internal review serves as an opportunity for them to dot all their I's and cross all their T's before anybody else has a chance to look at it.
An internal review found there was no evidence for an allegation a baby was neglected while at local Department of Children and Families offices in December.
Child Welfare Workers Charged in Deadly Abuse Case
Child Welfare Workers Charged in Deadly Abuse Case
Note: Somebody in this video makes the claim that "by prosecuting these two individuals, they are prosecuting the whole profession." I will comment in regards to this statement below.
They should prosecute all of you because you're nothing but a bunch of babystealing crooks who doesn't know the difference between child abuse and a hole in the ground.
Note: Somebody in this video makes the claim that "by prosecuting these two individuals, they are prosecuting the whole profession." I will comment in regards to this statement below.
They should prosecute all of you because you're nothing but a bunch of babystealing crooks who doesn't know the difference between child abuse and a hole in the ground.
Texas harms foster children with inattention, shoddy system, lawsuit says
Texas harms foster children with inattention, shoddy system, lawsuit says
Texas violates the rights of abused and neglected children by running a shoddy foster care system, the New York-based group Children’s Rights says in a class-action federal lawsuit filed Tuesday.
Texas violates the rights of abused and neglected children by running a shoddy foster care system, the New York-based group Children’s Rights says in a class-action federal lawsuit filed Tuesday.
Corpus Christi children at forefront of class-action lawsuit targeting foster care system
Corpus Christi children at forefront of class-action lawsuit targeting foster care system
The state foster care system puts children in harm's way, mismanages their health care and shuffles them from one location to the next, a lawsuit filed Tuesday in Corpus Christi says.
The state foster care system puts children in harm's way, mismanages their health care and shuffles them from one location to the next, a lawsuit filed Tuesday in Corpus Christi says.
The Legendary System Sucks known as 'Children's Rights' goes after the big bucks
Yes folks it's true. The butt ugly Marcia Robinson-Lowry and the gang have opened shop in the state who won the biggest piece of last years, US Federal Adoption Bonus.
Child advocacy group Children’s Rights has filed a civil rights suit against the state, claiming Texas has consigned thousands of children to a long-term foster care system rife with neglect and abuse.
Group sues Texas after documenting foster-care nightmares
Class action lawsuit challenges Texas foster care – Houston Chronicle
“This is a system that's been bad for a long time,” Lowry said at a news conference in Dallas. “It's not going to turn around overnight, but it can be turned around.”
2011-03-29 TX Complaint Final
Lawsuit Alleges Foster Children's Abuse
Lawsuit Alleges Foster Children's Abuse
A Canadian couple said the details about their adoptive children's care before they became their legal guardians are horrific.
A Canadian couple said the details about their adoptive children's care before they became their legal guardians are horrific.
Child welfare supervisor accused in NY girl’s death claims caseworker couldn’t handle workload
Child welfare supervisor accused in NY girl’s death claims caseworker couldn’t handle workload
A New York City child welfare supervisor charged in connection with the death of a starved and beaten 4-year-old girl says she told her superiors the caseworker couldn’t handle his workload.
A New York City child welfare supervisor charged in connection with the death of a starved and beaten 4-year-old girl says she told her superiors the caseworker couldn’t handle his workload.
Tell Your Governor: Stop Public Funding of Unethical Child Removals
Tell Your Governor: Stop Public Funding of Unethical Child Removals
States spend millions of dollars annually on unethical child removals performed by child protection services (CPS). Each case averages about five (5) years in the judicial system and costs states hundreds of thousands of dollars for a law guardian/attorney for the children ($67K per year), attorney for CPS ($62K/yr), up to two attorneys for the parents ($70K - $140K/yr), the judge ($165K/yr), court appointed evaluators (CASA, mental health evaluators, therapists), including paid testimony time, and court ordered services for parents and children ($20 - $150/hr). CPS also costs states millions of dollars in legal damages paid to individual and class action plaintiffs who have won lawsuits against CPS.
States spend millions of dollars annually on unethical child removals performed by child protection services (CPS). Each case averages about five (5) years in the judicial system and costs states hundreds of thousands of dollars for a law guardian/attorney for the children ($67K per year), attorney for CPS ($62K/yr), up to two attorneys for the parents ($70K - $140K/yr), the judge ($165K/yr), court appointed evaluators (CASA, mental health evaluators, therapists), including paid testimony time, and court ordered services for parents and children ($20 - $150/hr). CPS also costs states millions of dollars in legal damages paid to individual and class action plaintiffs who have won lawsuits against CPS.
Charges filed over girl's medications
Charges filed over girl's medications
A woman arrested after a 10-hour standoff with Detroit police says she was protecting her 13-year-old daughter from unnecessary medication.
A woman arrested after a 10-hour standoff with Detroit police says she was protecting her 13-year-old daughter from unnecessary medication.
Lawmakers want to cap lawsuit damages against foster care agencies
Lawmakers want to cap lawsuit damages against foster care agencies
With the specter of another horrifying child abuse case hanging over the state Capitol, lawmakers are expressing outrage and concern – but are moving to limit damages that can be claimed on behalf of foster care victims.
With the specter of another horrifying child abuse case hanging over the state Capitol, lawmakers are expressing outrage and concern – but are moving to limit damages that can be claimed on behalf of foster care victims.
Gruesome photos, bogus computer entries are key to homicide case against child welfare workers
Gruesome photos, bogus computer entries are key to homicide case against child welfare workers
Gruesome photos of a battered 4-year-old girl. Autopsy reports showing she was drugged. Twine used to tie her to a bed.
Prosecutors seeking homicide convictions for the two child welfare workers assigned to protect Marchella Brett-Pierce have several pieces of dramatic evidence - but the most damning are a few bogus computer entries.
Gruesome photos of a battered 4-year-old girl. Autopsy reports showing she was drugged. Twine used to tie her to a bed.
Prosecutors seeking homicide convictions for the two child welfare workers assigned to protect Marchella Brett-Pierce have several pieces of dramatic evidence - but the most damning are a few bogus computer entries.
Lying Assed Babystealer's don't like it when they're held accountable!!!
Child Welfare Workers Decry Homicide Charges Against Former ACS Employees
Child welfare workers held protests throughout the city on Friday, saying they were outraged after two of their own were charged in the death of a Brooklyn toddler. NY1's Ruschell Boone went to a protest in Queens and filed the following report.
Child welfare workers held protests throughout the city on Friday, saying they were outraged after two of their own were charged in the death of a Brooklyn toddler. NY1's Ruschell Boone went to a protest in Queens and filed the following report.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Bill revising Iowa Child Abuse Registry OKed, sent to governor
Bill revising Iowa Child Abuse Registry OKed, sent to governor
A bill revising a state law governing Iowa’s Child Abuse Registry, which has more than 50,000 names, was approved Monday by the Iowa Senate and sent to Gov. Terry Branstad for his consideration.
A bill revising a state law governing Iowa’s Child Abuse Registry, which has more than 50,000 names, was approved Monday by the Iowa Senate and sent to Gov. Terry Branstad for his consideration.
Over $3 billion in child support owed in Illinois
Over $3 billion in child support owed in Illinois
Children in Illinois are currently owed over $3 billion, a trend that has been ongoing for years.
Children in Illinois are currently owed over $3 billion, a trend that has been ongoing for years.
Psychotropic Drug Use in Foster Care
Psychotropic Drug Use in Foster Care
In June of 2010, the US Senate Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management asked the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the investigatory arm of the Federal Government, to investigate the prevalence of prescribed psychotropic medications for children in foster care.
In June of 2010, the US Senate Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management asked the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the investigatory arm of the Federal Government, to investigate the prevalence of prescribed psychotropic medications for children in foster care.
Woman promises couples babies, delivers heartache
Woman promises couples babies, delivers heartache
CBS News I-team tracks down and confronts an alleged con artist who's made thousands by preying on couples desperate to adopt.
Note: Many couples who are desperate to adopt end up becoming foster parents too.
CBS News I-team tracks down and confronts an alleged con artist who's made thousands by preying on couples desperate to adopt.
Note: Many couples who are desperate to adopt end up becoming foster parents too.
DCF worker pleads guilty to fibbing on report
DCF worker pleads guilty to fibbing on report
A former state Department of Children and Families investigator in Jacksonville has avoided trial by pleading guilty to falsifying a child abuse record.
Ex child welfare investigator pleads guilty
Ex child welfare investigator pleads guilty
A former child welfare investigator has pleaded guilty in Jacksonville to falsifying a child abuse record.
A former child welfare investigator has pleaded guilty in Jacksonville to falsifying a child abuse record.
Swain DSS director put on leave
Swain DSS director put on leave
The director of the Swain County Department of Social Services is off the job pending the outcome of a police investigation into the death of a toddler who was under the agency's care.
The director of the Swain County Department of Social Services is off the job pending the outcome of a police investigation into the death of a toddler who was under the agency's care.
State To Seek Death Penalty In Barahona Case
State To Seek Death Penalty In Barahona Case
Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty against Jorge and Carmen Barahona who are accused of torturing two of their adopted children and killing their adopted daughter 10-year old Nubia.
Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty against Jorge and Carmen Barahona who are accused of torturing two of their adopted children and killing their adopted daughter 10-year old Nubia.
ACS indictments in little Marchella's death are extraordinary move in even more extraordinary case
ACS indictments in little Marchella's death are extraordinary move in even more extraordinary case
Administration for Children's Services Commissioner John Mattingly questions the wisdom of indicting caseworkers for criminally negligent homicide in the death of 4-year-old Marchella Brett-Pierce.
Administration for Children's Services Commissioner John Mattingly questions the wisdom of indicting caseworkers for criminally negligent homicide in the death of 4-year-old Marchella Brett-Pierce.
Everybody should be a CPS Rat...
The child protective industry wants you to... Look out for Somebody Else’s Child
NORTH Yorkshire County Council is urging Whitby residents to join a national campaign to help ensure the safety of children who are in private foster care.
Note: Notice how this article urges compliance based on the presupposition that the child protective industry can be trusted to ensure the safety of children as if they don't engage in the same activities that they are warning others about.
Bwa ha ha ha ha ha...
Big Brother is everywhere.
The Truth About Your Birth Certificate...
Learn more about your birth certificate and what it really means...
Foster father who abused girls is jailed for 7 years
Foster father who abused girls is jailed for 7 years
A RESPECTED foster parent was jailed for seven years yesterday for sexually abusing three girls who had been put into his care.
A RESPECTED foster parent was jailed for seven years yesterday for sexually abusing three girls who had been put into his care.
Texas' central registry of child abusers is called into question
Texas' central registry of child abusers is called into question
At age 10, Sam became a child abuser.
At age 10, Sam became a child abuser.
Negligent, not criminal behavior by child welfare
Negligent, not criminal behavior by child welfare
The result was beyond horrific: 4-year-old Marchella Pierce, who had been repeatedly beaten, tied to a bed and starved until she weighed just 18 pounds, died in September.
Note: Opinions are like assholes. Everybody's got one.
The result was beyond horrific: 4-year-old Marchella Pierce, who had been repeatedly beaten, tied to a bed and starved until she weighed just 18 pounds, died in September.
Note: Opinions are like assholes. Everybody's got one.
Miley Cyrus Gets Spanked By Her Mom (VIDEO)
Miley Cyrus gets spanked by her mom and jokingly threatens to call her into child services.
♥ Miley Cyrus Gets Spanked By Her Mom (VIDEO)
♥ Miley Cyrus Gets Spanked By Her Mom (VIDEO)
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Detroit mother jailed after standoff
Detroit mother jailed after standoff
A 56-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges and is being held on $500,000 bond after a 10-hour standoff with police, claiming she was protecting her 13-year-old daughter from unnecessary medication.
A 56-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges and is being held on $500,000 bond after a 10-hour standoff with police, claiming she was protecting her 13-year-old daughter from unnecessary medication.
Zen and the Art of Stealing Children - Baby LK Report For March 27 2011
The baby LK Report for March 27th 2011
For these stories and all the latest dirt on the child protective industry visit http://www.LegallyKidnapped.blogspot.com
This week a CPS worker and his supervisor have been charged with murder.
A 62 year old grandfather is too old to care for his grand kids.
Charlie Sheen passes a piss test.
And much much more.
Now here's a scary thought.
Lets talk politics for a minute here.
Is Michele Bachmann the brightest bulb in GOP race?
Michelle Bachmann, as a former foster parent, is a total bought and sold System Suck who uses her former status as a foster parent as proof and justification of her holier than thou existence and her morally righteous path that should be forced upon the rest of us.
I'm sorry, but I'm one who lost all faith in government a long time ago. That was based on personal experience with agencies like the child protective industry, and people like this being representative of the powers that be, honestly helps to reinforce that lack of faith.
Honestly, what do you think the teabaggers are gonna do when after they cut welfare to shit and their taxes go up because the foster care rates double because of the sudden increase in hungry and homeless kids. Remember, in the minds of people like this, Poverty = Neglect.
What do you think their suggestions will be?
Is Michele Bachmann the brightest bulb in GOP race?
Michelle Bachmann, as a former foster parent, is a total bought and sold System Suck who uses her former status as a foster parent as proof and justification of her holier than thou existence and her morally righteous path that should be forced upon the rest of us.
I'm sorry, but I'm one who lost all faith in government a long time ago. That was based on personal experience with agencies like the child protective industry, and people like this being representative of the powers that be, honestly helps to reinforce that lack of faith.
Honestly, what do you think the teabaggers are gonna do when after they cut welfare to shit and their taxes go up because the foster care rates double because of the sudden increase in hungry and homeless kids. Remember, in the minds of people like this, Poverty = Neglect.
What do you think their suggestions will be?
Abuse Hysteria in Maine: The Ghost of Michael Nifong
Abuse Hysteria in Maine: The Ghost of Michael Nifong
Maine’s criminal justice system is on a mission to stop domestic violence. This certainly would be laudable if the effort was:
Grounded in Valid Research
Maine’s criminal justice system is on a mission to stop domestic violence. This certainly would be laudable if the effort was:
Grounded in Valid Research
TEEN PREGNANCY: Especially vulnerable to pregnancy: foster youth
TEEN PREGNANCY: Especially vulnerable to pregnancy: foster youth
There are many reasons why people who care for and about children in foster care should place teenage pregnancy prevention high on their list of concerns. Research shows that teen girls in foster care are 2.5 times more likely than their peers not in foster care to get pregnant by age 19. Half of 21-year-old men aging out of foster care report they had gotten someone pregnant, compared with 19 percent of their peers who were not in foster care, according to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen & Unplanned Pregnancy.
There are many reasons why people who care for and about children in foster care should place teenage pregnancy prevention high on their list of concerns. Research shows that teen girls in foster care are 2.5 times more likely than their peers not in foster care to get pregnant by age 19. Half of 21-year-old men aging out of foster care report they had gotten someone pregnant, compared with 19 percent of their peers who were not in foster care, according to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen & Unplanned Pregnancy.
Judge comes down on Texas CPS in twins case
Judge comes down on Texas CPS in twins case
Rushed casework by Texas Child Protective Services resulted in a rare if not unprecedented legal sanction against the agency Friday for trying to take premature infant twins from their parents without proving it was justified.
Not only did state District Judge Michael Schneider rule against CPS for what he termed a "groundless cause of action," he ordered that $32,000 of the Spring family's attorney fees be paid by the agency.
Note: This next one is great...
And as if to drive his point home, he ordered the caseworker and her supervisor to write the court a report proving they understand the state's child removal statutes within 30 days.
Rushed casework by Texas Child Protective Services resulted in a rare if not unprecedented legal sanction against the agency Friday for trying to take premature infant twins from their parents without proving it was justified.
Not only did state District Judge Michael Schneider rule against CPS for what he termed a "groundless cause of action," he ordered that $32,000 of the Spring family's attorney fees be paid by the agency.
Note: This next one is great...
And as if to drive his point home, he ordered the caseworker and her supervisor to write the court a report proving they understand the state's child removal statutes within 30 days.
Truth Rears Its Head in Judicial Corruption Kids 4 Cash Fallout - Pennsylvania
Truth Rears Its Head in Judicial Corruption Kids 4 Cash Fallout - Pennsylvania
Grieving Mother Lashes Out at Convicted Judge Ciavarella. Mother Sandy Fonzo Tells How Greed + Corruption Changed Both Her Life + that of Her Son Who Committed Suicide After the System Drained His Spirit. More fallout from the federal corruption trial of a former Luzerne County judge.
Grieving Mother Lashes Out at Convicted Judge Ciavarella. Mother Sandy Fonzo Tells How Greed + Corruption Changed Both Her Life + that of Her Son Who Committed Suicide After the System Drained His Spirit. More fallout from the federal corruption trial of a former Luzerne County judge.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
The Great Michigan Baby Sale!!!
Does anybody want a kid?
They're desperate to drop a few in Michigan!
Exhibit Shows Children Awaiting Adoption
Please pay careful attention to the presentation in this video. Remember it's all about appearances. Pretty them up for the camera, have them fill out a short profile which the Michigan Children's Institute stole from a dating website. Then put them on display.
You know what I'm sayin.
They're desperate to drop a few in Michigan!
Exhibit Shows Children Awaiting Adoption
Please pay careful attention to the presentation in this video. Remember it's all about appearances. Pretty them up for the camera, have them fill out a short profile which the Michigan Children's Institute stole from a dating website. Then put them on display.
You know what I'm sayin.
China sets up database for orphan information to ensure welfare services
China sets up database for orphan information to ensure welfare services
China launched a database to compile nationwide information about orphans on Saturday, as the country aims to ensure welfare services, especially the timely payment of basic living expenses for orphans.
China launched a database to compile nationwide information about orphans on Saturday, as the country aims to ensure welfare services, especially the timely payment of basic living expenses for orphans.
Iowa DHS reports drop in child abuse cases last year
Iowa DHS reports drop in child abuse cases last year
In 2010, child abuses of a specific type in Iowa declined 3 percent compared to a 14 percent increase the year before, according to the Iowa Department of Human Services.
In 2010, child abuses of a specific type in Iowa declined 3 percent compared to a 14 percent increase the year before, according to the Iowa Department of Human Services.
Study Shows Most Young Children Sleep Right Through Fire Alarms
Study Shows Most Young Children Sleep Right Through Fire Alarms
Ever been cooking and accidentally set off the smoke alarm near your kitchen? Happens all the time, right? Well, it happens to me anyway because I may be prone to burning stuff.
Ever been cooking and accidentally set off the smoke alarm near your kitchen? Happens all the time, right? Well, it happens to me anyway because I may be prone to burning stuff.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Former Foster Parent Accused of Molestation
Donald Lehmbeck was arrested while trying to fly to Costa Rica
Former Foster Parent Accused of Abuse
Neighbors wonder how DHS could allow him to be e foster parent
Genetic attraction between parents and children who have never met
Um...
Genetic attraction between parents and children who have never met
An article in Yahoo today describes a woman who tracked down her long-lost father in the US who is now pregnant with his child. This highlights the concern of genetic attraction between parent and child who have never previously met, because of adoption or sperm and egg donation.
Genetic attraction between parents and children who have never met
An article in Yahoo today describes a woman who tracked down her long-lost father in the US who is now pregnant with his child. This highlights the concern of genetic attraction between parent and child who have never previously met, because of adoption or sperm and egg donation.
New Britain Democrats Nominate Former DCF Worker For School Board
New Britain Democrats Nominate Former DCF Worker For School Board
Note: Yes... Lets get them into our schools now, as if the teachers aren't already good little CPS Rats.
Democrats have recommended Carlos Pina Jr. to fill a vacancy on the school board.
Note: Yes... Lets get them into our schools now, as if the teachers aren't already good little CPS Rats.
Democrats have recommended Carlos Pina Jr. to fill a vacancy on the school board.
Judge Orders Dad to Arrange for Triplets to Visit Their Severely Disabled Mom
Judge Orders Dad to Arrange for Triplets to Visit Their Severely Disabled Mom
A woman who became severely disabled giving birth to triplets in 2006 has the right to see her children, a California judge ruled today in a temporary order pending a final resolution of the case.
A woman who became severely disabled giving birth to triplets in 2006 has the right to see her children, a California judge ruled today in a temporary order pending a final resolution of the case.
Charged Tulsa foster parent stopped in Houston
Charged Tulsa foster parent stopped in Houston
A Tulsa foster parent charged with sexually abusing a 6-year-old girl in his care was arrested Friday morning in Houston on a Continental flight bound for Costa Rica, law enforcement officials said.
A Tulsa foster parent charged with sexually abusing a 6-year-old girl in his care was arrested Friday morning in Houston on a Continental flight bound for Costa Rica, law enforcement officials said.
Auditors find gaps in foster child monitoring
Auditors find gaps in foster child monitoring
Agency placed children with providers accused of abuse or neglect
Note: No way!!!
Agency placed children with providers accused of abuse or neglect
Note: No way!!!
Foster mom sentenced to 14 years in toddler death
Foster mom sentenced to 14 years in toddler death
A longtime San Diego foster mother was sentenced to 14 years in prison Friday for the abuse she inflicted on a toddler who died in 2007 before he could reach his second birthday.
A longtime San Diego foster mother was sentenced to 14 years in prison Friday for the abuse she inflicted on a toddler who died in 2007 before he could reach his second birthday.
LK's Look-A-Likes
This is something that I noticed yesterday after posting this link...
http://michiganlawyerblog.wordpress.com/2011/03/24/bills-would-streamline-adoption-process-for-foster-care-children/
Maura D. Corrigan (born June 14, 1948[1][2]) is the Incumbent Director of the Michigan Department of Human Services. She was also a justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, serving from 1998-2011.
Ursula the Sea Witch - Repulsive, rotund sea witch with tentacles featured in the Disney motion picture The Little Mermaid (1989) and the cartoon series THE LITTLE MERMAID/CBS/1992-94.
Note: They could be twins, eh?
Update: My buddy Robert sent us another.
Check it out.
http://fixcas.com/parody/MacKinnon.htm
http://michiganlawyerblog.wordpress.com/2011/03/24/bills-would-streamline-adoption-process-for-foster-care-children/
Maura D. Corrigan (born June 14, 1948[1][2]) is the Incumbent Director of the Michigan Department of Human Services. She was also a justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, serving from 1998-2011.
Ursula the Sea Witch - Repulsive, rotund sea witch with tentacles featured in the Disney motion picture The Little Mermaid (1989) and the cartoon series THE LITTLE MERMAID/CBS/1992-94.
Note: They could be twins, eh?
Update: My buddy Robert sent us another.
Check it out.
http://fixcas.com/parody/MacKinnon.htm
Dcf Hates Boobies
Dcf Hates Boobies
My Daughter lost custody of her baby shortly after birth.The babie`s and mother`s urine was tested negative for drugs but the merconium tested positive for opiates. The baby has been sheltered in my home. My 6 week grand daughter was ordered by our Florida DCF case worker, to undergo a drug screen because her mother breast feeds her. The mother submitted a diluted UA to her drug counselor two weeks prior. (Low creatine sample) They did not concider her diabetes, nor the fact she eats not red meat.Both conditions can lower creatine levels.
My Daughter lost custody of her baby shortly after birth.The babie`s and mother`s urine was tested negative for drugs but the merconium tested positive for opiates. The baby has been sheltered in my home. My 6 week grand daughter was ordered by our Florida DCF case worker, to undergo a drug screen because her mother breast feeds her. The mother submitted a diluted UA to her drug counselor two weeks prior. (Low creatine sample) They did not concider her diabetes, nor the fact she eats not red meat.Both conditions can lower creatine levels.
Overnight standoff between Detroit police, mother ends
Overnight standoff between Detroit police, mother ends
After a standoff lasting through the night, a Detroit mother came out of a west side home with her teenage daughter and surrendered to police at about 4:45 a.m. today.
Note: We really need to be supportive of this mother. She did what she did in self defense and the defense of her child, who will now be destroyed in foster care, probably with heavy medications in state run group homes while she rots in jail for the next 20 years. Of course, the Detroit Police won't see it that way, nor will the judge. But that's only because they're blind to the fact that these fraudulent babystealers are beginning to piss good people off.
After a standoff lasting through the night, a Detroit mother came out of a west side home with her teenage daughter and surrendered to police at about 4:45 a.m. today.
Note: We really need to be supportive of this mother. She did what she did in self defense and the defense of her child, who will now be destroyed in foster care, probably with heavy medications in state run group homes while she rots in jail for the next 20 years. Of course, the Detroit Police won't see it that way, nor will the judge. But that's only because they're blind to the fact that these fraudulent babystealers are beginning to piss good people off.
DA: NYC abuse case goes beyond job incompetence
DA: NYC abuse case goes beyond job incompetence
Three years before 4-year-old Marchella Pierce was found starved, beaten and drugged, the city's own investigators said child-welfare workers had failed to protect the vulnerable.
Three years before 4-year-old Marchella Pierce was found starved, beaten and drugged, the city's own investigators said child-welfare workers had failed to protect the vulnerable.
Florida's largest private child welfare agency under fire after girl's death
Florida's largest private child welfare agency under fire after girl's death
After the most scandalous child death in a decade, chinks are beginning to show in the armor of the state’s largest private provider of child welfare services, Our Kids.
After the most scandalous child death in a decade, chinks are beginning to show in the armor of the state’s largest private provider of child welfare services, Our Kids.
Foster parent of suicide victim speaks out
Foster parent of suicide victim speaks out
A foster parent of a teenage girl who committed suicide on Feb. 16 after being cyberbullied spoke out passionately Thursday night about the need for parents to communicate with their children because “just doing that could help prevent the kind of tragedy that befell my daughter, Britney Tongel.”
Note: I'm sure having spent time in foster care had nothing to do with this.
A foster parent of a teenage girl who committed suicide on Feb. 16 after being cyberbullied spoke out passionately Thursday night about the need for parents to communicate with their children because “just doing that could help prevent the kind of tragedy that befell my daughter, Britney Tongel.”
Note: I'm sure having spent time in foster care had nothing to do with this.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Study shows no long-term effect of video games
Study shows no long-term effect of video games
January 2011 study showed violent video games might have less of an effect on avid gamers than previously thought, disparaging a common assumption that excessive gaming leads to violence and desensitization among young adults.
January 2011 study showed violent video games might have less of an effect on avid gamers than previously thought, disparaging a common assumption that excessive gaming leads to violence and desensitization among young adults.
Police, mother in armed standoff in Detroit; shot fired
Police, mother in armed standoff in Detroit; shot fired
When Child Protective Services came to take her 13-year-old daughter, one Detroit woman did something drastic: She shot at police officers.
When Child Protective Services came to take her 13-year-old daughter, one Detroit woman did something drastic: She shot at police officers.
ACLU sues state over dad's custody loss after hard lemonade mix-up
ACLU sues state over dad's custody loss after hard lemonade mix-up
The ACLU of Michigan today sued the Michigan Department of Human Services for taking away a 7-year-old boy whose father unknowingly gave him an alcohol-laced Mike’s Hard Lemonade at a Detroit Tigers game in 2008.
The ACLU of Michigan today sued the Michigan Department of Human Services for taking away a 7-year-old boy whose father unknowingly gave him an alcohol-laced Mike’s Hard Lemonade at a Detroit Tigers game in 2008.
'Parental Alienation Syndrome' -- Judge Isn't Buying it
'Parental Alienation Syndrome' -- Judge Isn't Buying it
One of the more controversial topics addressed in our recent coverage of problems in California's family courts is the legitimacy of 'Parental Alienation Syndrome.'
Note: A woman judge doesn't believe in Parental Alienation Syndrome. Go figure. Oh and foster parents do it to BTW.
One of the more controversial topics addressed in our recent coverage of problems in California's family courts is the legitimacy of 'Parental Alienation Syndrome.'
Note: A woman judge doesn't believe in Parental Alienation Syndrome. Go figure. Oh and foster parents do it to BTW.
Woman Sentenced To 25 To 50 Years For Killing 5-Year-Old Foster Child
The woman accused of killing her 5-year-old foster child was sentenced Thursday afternoon, receiving 25-50 years. Joy Heaven pleaded no contest last month to a second degree murder charge.
Death of A 4-Year-Old Brooklyn Girl May Change How Social Workers Work
Death of A 4-Year-Old Brooklyn Girl May Change How Social Workers Work
Damon Adams, left, the former A.C.S. caseworker assigned to Marchella's case, and his supervisor, Chereece Bell, center, were each indicted on charges of criminally negligent homicide. Marchella's grandmother, Loretta Brett, right, was indicted on manslaughter and other charges.
Note: I think that more workers should be held accountable. And their friends should stop crying about it.
Damon Adams, left, the former A.C.S. caseworker assigned to Marchella's case, and his supervisor, Chereece Bell, center, were each indicted on charges of criminally negligent homicide. Marchella's grandmother, Loretta Brett, right, was indicted on manslaughter and other charges.
Note: I think that more workers should be held accountable. And their friends should stop crying about it.
Oh Boo Hoo!!! Caseworkers Dispirited Over Charges in Girl’s Death
Caseworkers Dispirited Over Charges in Girl’s Death
Note: Awwwww.
Never before, however, had any caseworker been accused of contributing to a death. But that is what happened this week, when the Brooklyn district attorney announced the indictment of a former caseworker and a supervisor on charges of criminally negligent homicide in the death of a 4-year-old girl.
On Thursday, agency workers, officials and even some child welfare advocates expressed fears that the charges would make a tough job — attracting smart, qualified people — even tougher, and might even make things worse for vulnerable families too.
“I’m very unhappy about it; I feel it’s unfair,” said Susan Greene, a newly hired caseworker who works in Brooklyn. “We do a lot of good work. It is a lot of work.” Potential workers, she said worriedly, “might not want to work for this agency.”
Note: I repeat. Awwwwww.
Note: Awwwww.
Never before, however, had any caseworker been accused of contributing to a death. But that is what happened this week, when the Brooklyn district attorney announced the indictment of a former caseworker and a supervisor on charges of criminally negligent homicide in the death of a 4-year-old girl.
On Thursday, agency workers, officials and even some child welfare advocates expressed fears that the charges would make a tough job — attracting smart, qualified people — even tougher, and might even make things worse for vulnerable families too.
“I’m very unhappy about it; I feel it’s unfair,” said Susan Greene, a newly hired caseworker who works in Brooklyn. “We do a lot of good work. It is a lot of work.” Potential workers, she said worriedly, “might not want to work for this agency.”
Note: I repeat. Awwwwww.
Mardela foster father charged in the sexual abuse of a third teen
Mardela foster father charged in the sexual abuse of a third teen
A Mardela Springs foster father charged in the sexual abuse of two male teens is facing additional charges after a third male teen made similar allegations Wednesday morning.
A Mardela Springs foster father charged in the sexual abuse of two male teens is facing additional charges after a third male teen made similar allegations Wednesday morning.
DCF Tries to Rip Children Away from Grandfather Because He's Too Old
DCF Tries to Rip Children Away from Grandfather Because He's Too Old
Cornelius Miller lost his 19-year-old daughter Corneisha a year ago after a brutal murder. Now, he may lose his two young grandsons to the Department of Children and Families. Authorities feel that 62-year-old Miller is too old and sick to care for three-year-old Jemarcus and 16-month-old Rodgerick, and instead want to put the children up for adoption.
Cornelius Miller lost his 19-year-old daughter Corneisha a year ago after a brutal murder. Now, he may lose his two young grandsons to the Department of Children and Families. Authorities feel that 62-year-old Miller is too old and sick to care for three-year-old Jemarcus and 16-month-old Rodgerick, and instead want to put the children up for adoption.
Heaven gets 25-50 years for foster child's murder
Heaven gets 25-50 years for foster child's murder
The woman who pleaded no contest to killing her foster child will spend the next 25 to 50 years in prison.
The woman who pleaded no contest to killing her foster child will spend the next 25 to 50 years in prison.
Man too old to care for grandkids?
Still heartbroken over the brutal murder of his young daughter, Miami grandfather Corneilus Miller is facing more anguish a year later.
Wait, What? U.S. Deports 4-Year-Old U.S. Citizen
Wait, What? U.S. Deports 4-Year-Old U.S. Citizen
The hot-button issue of granting citizenship to the children of immigrants that are born in the U.S. has a new poster child. Everybody meet four-year-old Emily Samantha Ruiz, a Long Island girl who was deported to Guatemala by the U.S. on March 11—despite being a totally legal citizen of the United States.
The hot-button issue of granting citizenship to the children of immigrants that are born in the U.S. has a new poster child. Everybody meet four-year-old Emily Samantha Ruiz, a Long Island girl who was deported to Guatemala by the U.S. on March 11—despite being a totally legal citizen of the United States.
Father charged with killing daughter transferred to Miami jail
Father charged with killing daughter transferred to Miami jail
A South Florida father accused of murdering his adopted daughter and nearly killing her twin brother has been transported to Miami-Dade County Jail to face justice.
A South Florida father accused of murdering his adopted daughter and nearly killing her twin brother has been transported to Miami-Dade County Jail to face justice.
Joy Heaven slated to be sentenced today for murder of 5-year-old foster child
Joy Heaven slated to be sentenced today for murder of 5-year-old foster child
A foster mother who admitted to killing the 5-year-old girl she was supposed to be caring for will be sentenced today.
A foster mother who admitted to killing the 5-year-old girl she was supposed to be caring for will be sentenced today.