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Sunday, July 31, 2011
Sickness and Death for CPS - The Baby LK Report For July 31st 2011
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This week:
The Pope sparks sexual abuse claims.
Kids of parents who grow pot tend to do well.
The Octomom needed 14 kids to fill an emotional void...
And much much more.
Police had no right to take woman's daughter, lawyers claim
Police had no right to take woman's daughter, lawyers claim
Lawyers today attacked the validity of a court order used by Detroit Police to forcibly enter a woman's home in March and take her daughter on claims of medical neglect.
Lawyers today attacked the validity of a court order used by Detroit Police to forcibly enter a woman's home in March and take her daughter on claims of medical neglect.
California, Texas agencies all failed to rescue Lilly Manning
California, Texas agencies all failed to rescue Lilly Manning
Lilly Manning was 15 when she escaped from a cramped closet in south Sacramento, after being stabbed and beaten and shoved into the darkness.
Lilly Manning was 15 when she escaped from a cramped closet in south Sacramento, after being stabbed and beaten and shoved into the darkness.
Head of HSE Child and Family vents frustration at… HSE
Head of HSE Child and Family vents frustration at… HSE
THE HSE’s CHIEF of its Office of Child and Family Services has had to explain comments he made in a university lecture about his employer.
THE HSE’s CHIEF of its Office of Child and Family Services has had to explain comments he made in a university lecture about his employer.
Keeps ‘Orphan Train’ memory alive
Keeps ‘Orphan Train’ memory alive
Alice Bernard boarded a train in New York City at the age of 3, traveled all the way to New Iberia, and arrived in 1919, after being specially ordered by a Delcambre family, who had requested a girl with brown hair and brown eyes, said the 95-year-old “Orphan Train” survivor.
Alice Bernard boarded a train in New York City at the age of 3, traveled all the way to New Iberia, and arrived in 1919, after being specially ordered by a Delcambre family, who had requested a girl with brown hair and brown eyes, said the 95-year-old “Orphan Train” survivor.
Sex offenders housed with vulnerable teenage girls in state-funded programme
Sex offenders housed with vulnerable teenage girls in state-funded programme
Sex offenders are being housed with vulnerable young girls in a state-funded residential programme, designed to teach them how to live safely.
Sex offenders are being housed with vulnerable young girls in a state-funded residential programme, designed to teach them how to live safely.
Church child protection chief caught with 4,000 child porn pictures
Church child protection chief caught with 4,000 child porn pictures
A child protection official for the Catholic Church has been caught with 4,000 pictures of child porn.
A child protection official for the Catholic Church has been caught with 4,000 pictures of child porn.
Group Home For Teen Boys Has Residents Worried
Group Home For Teen Boys Has Residents Worried
Local and state officials say they are working to address residents' concerns about safety and a frequent police presence in what had been a quiet neighborhood.
Local and state officials say they are working to address residents' concerns about safety and a frequent police presence in what had been a quiet neighborhood.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Nottingham Police Break Into Car To Rescue... A Doll!
Nottingham Police Break Into Car To Rescue... A Doll!
Police in Nottinghamshire smashed their way into a car in order to rescue what they thought was an unattended baby, on a roasting hot day. I can just imagine some Social Workers were rubbing their dirty, child stealing hands together and had probably already picked out the baby's new parents...
Police in Nottinghamshire smashed their way into a car in order to rescue what they thought was an unattended baby, on a roasting hot day. I can just imagine some Social Workers were rubbing their dirty, child stealing hands together and had probably already picked out the baby's new parents...
Pelosi to Bachmann: Address the Teen Suicides in Your District
Pelosi to Bachmann: Address the Teen Suicides in Your District
Republican presidential candidate Rep. Michele Bachmann’s failure to address a disturbing trend of teen suicides within her own congressional district does not reflect well on her White House ambitions, House minority leader Nancy Pelosi told The Advocate Thursday.
Republican presidential candidate Rep. Michele Bachmann’s failure to address a disturbing trend of teen suicides within her own congressional district does not reflect well on her White House ambitions, House minority leader Nancy Pelosi told The Advocate Thursday.
Inability to pay child support leads woman to plot murder
Inability to pay child support leads woman to plot murder
When it comes to divorce proceedings, there are a lot of issues to be resolved before the couple can officially divorce. These issues can include things like child custody decisions, alimony payments, and who gets the house and boat.
When it comes to divorce proceedings, there are a lot of issues to be resolved before the couple can officially divorce. These issues can include things like child custody decisions, alimony payments, and who gets the house and boat.
Council to repay money to father of foster child
Council to repay money to father of foster child
A FATHER will receive £5,000 from Monmouthshire council after a report to the authority said a foster carer took £8,000 which was meant for his child.
A FATHER will receive £5,000 from Monmouthshire council after a report to the authority said a foster carer took £8,000 which was meant for his child.
New Charges Against Local Judge
Prosecutors say Judge Tammy Bass-LeSure and a former DHS worker have been charged with conspiracy.
Social worker guilty of misconduct taken off register
Social worker guilty of misconduct taken off register
A social worker has been removed from the Register of Social Care Workers after being found guilty of misconduct.
A social worker has been removed from the Register of Social Care Workers after being found guilty of misconduct.
'Child protection' wreaks havoc on a loving family once again
'Child protection' wreaks havoc on a loving family once again
How a mother who fled to Ireland to save her baby was caught on her return.
How a mother who fled to Ireland to save her baby was caught on her return.
Offer to foster care subcontractors inadequate, some providers say
Offer to foster care subcontractors inadequate, some providers say
One of the troubling issues hanging over the state's child welfare reform is the payment of providers owed money when lead, private contractors depart.
One of the troubling issues hanging over the state's child welfare reform is the payment of providers owed money when lead, private contractors depart.
Do we care for children or are we hypocrites?
Do we care for children or are we hypocrites?
HERE’S MY question. Are we really serious about safeguarding children in this Republic? If we are, how come there was no public outcry when a follow-up inspection of foster care by the Health Information and Quality Authority in the Health Service Executive North Central area of Dublin made findings like the following?
HERE’S MY question. Are we really serious about safeguarding children in this Republic? If we are, how come there was no public outcry when a follow-up inspection of foster care by the Health Information and Quality Authority in the Health Service Executive North Central area of Dublin made findings like the following?
Warren Jeffs Promises 'Sickness and Death' for Prosecuters
Warren Jeffs Promises 'Sickness and Death' for Prosecuters
Warren Jeffs broke his courtroom silence in dramatic fashion on Friday, when he took over proceedings to deliver a threatening hourlong diatribe he called "a statement from God."
Warren Jeffs broke his courtroom silence in dramatic fashion on Friday, when he took over proceedings to deliver a threatening hourlong diatribe he called "a statement from God."
Court workers investigated for lying, misuse of vehicles
Court workers investigated for lying, misuse of vehicles
Prosecutors say a criminal investigation is underway against juvenile court workers accused of misusing county vehicles and taking part in recreational activities when they were supposed to be working.
Prosecutors say a criminal investigation is underway against juvenile court workers accused of misusing county vehicles and taking part in recreational activities when they were supposed to be working.
Neighbors Concerned About Safety, Constant Police Presence At Group Home For Teenage Boys
Neighbors Concerned About Safety, Constant Police Presence At Group Home For Teenage Boys
Local and state officials say they are working to address residents' concerns about safety and a frequent police presence in what had been a quiet neighborhood.
Local and state officials say they are working to address residents' concerns about safety and a frequent police presence in what had been a quiet neighborhood.
Mass. group home fined by OSHA after death
Mass. group home fined by OSHA after death
The Revere group home where a mental health worker was murdered has been fined for not doing enough to protect her.
The Revere group home where a mental health worker was murdered has been fined for not doing enough to protect her.
Friday, July 29, 2011
David Corrick, of Sutton St Nicholas, sentenced to 13 years
David Corrick, of Sutton St Nicholas, sentenced to 13 years
A HEREFORDSHIRE man was sentenced to 13 years in prison yesterday for the historic sexual abuse of three boys while he was a residential social worker.
A HEREFORDSHIRE man was sentenced to 13 years in prison yesterday for the historic sexual abuse of three boys while he was a residential social worker.
Foster Care Abuse Lawsuit Seeks Damages From Placement Agency
Foster Care Abuse Lawsuit Seeks Damages From Placement Agency
Three young men who allege to have been sexually abused by their foster care father have filed civil lawsuits against both the individual and the foster care placement company.
Three young men who allege to have been sexually abused by their foster care father have filed civil lawsuits against both the individual and the foster care placement company.
Absentee Parents: Brooke Mueller in Rehab, Charlie Sheen Hasn’t Seen Twin Sons In Weeks
Absentee Parents: Brooke Mueller in Rehab, Charlie Sheen Hasn’t Seen Twin Sons In Weeks
The twin boys of Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller have not seen their absentee father in over three weeks. That revelation comes soon after it was revealed that Charlie Sheen considered filing for sole custody of Bob and Max, and just as the young children are without their mother. Their mother is in residential rehab. Again.
The twin boys of Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller have not seen their absentee father in over three weeks. That revelation comes soon after it was revealed that Charlie Sheen considered filing for sole custody of Bob and Max, and just as the young children are without their mother. Their mother is in residential rehab. Again.
Is it ever right to smack children? One psychologist believes it could help development
Is it ever right to smack children? One psychologist believes it could help development
New research suggests that smacking children can stunt their emotional intelligence and even worsen their behaviour. But Marjorie Gunnoe, professor of psychology at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, says the opposite is true.
New research suggests that smacking children can stunt their emotional intelligence and even worsen their behaviour. But Marjorie Gunnoe, professor of psychology at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, says the opposite is true.
Sending Kids Out Of State Can Make Sense
Sending Kids Out Of State Can Make Sense
For years, the state Department of Children and Families has relied too heavily on placing troubled juveniles in out-of-state treatment facilities. Not only are those teens far from the support of family and neighbors, but the cost of such placement is high — about $40 million annually, by one account.
For years, the state Department of Children and Families has relied too heavily on placing troubled juveniles in out-of-state treatment facilities. Not only are those teens far from the support of family and neighbors, but the cost of such placement is high — about $40 million annually, by one account.
Ardern: Member's Bill to shake up adoption law
Ardern: Member's Bill to shake up adoption law
Labour's Youth Justice spokesperson Jacinda Ardern is pushing to have New Zealand's antiquated and discriminatory adoption laws modernised and updated.
Labour's Youth Justice spokesperson Jacinda Ardern is pushing to have New Zealand's antiquated and discriminatory adoption laws modernised and updated.
Boy wrecks stolen van, dies in E. Ill.
Boy wrecks stolen van, dies in E. Ill.
A 12-year-old eastern Illinois boy who died while driving a stolen minivan was a foster child who escaped from a hospital emergency room after recently running away from the home he’d recently been assigned to, officials said.
A 12-year-old eastern Illinois boy who died while driving a stolen minivan was a foster child who escaped from a hospital emergency room after recently running away from the home he’d recently been assigned to, officials said.
'Take priests to football matches or out for a glass of wine so they don't become paedophiles', says Baroness Scotland
'Take priests to football matches or out for a glass of wine so they don't become paedophiles', says Baroness Scotland
Churchgoers should take priests out for a glass of wine or to football matches so they aren't tempted to become paedophiles, Baroness Scotland has said in an astonishing outburst.
Churchgoers should take priests out for a glass of wine or to football matches so they aren't tempted to become paedophiles, Baroness Scotland has said in an astonishing outburst.
Foster parent gets life for sex crimes
Foster parent gets life for sex crimes
A Pearl River County man has received the equivalent of a life prison sentence plus 35 years for sex crimes committed while he was a foster parent, District Attorney Hal Kittrell said.
A Pearl River County man has received the equivalent of a life prison sentence plus 35 years for sex crimes committed while he was a foster parent, District Attorney Hal Kittrell said.
Social Services director fired
Social Services director fired
The county Department Social Services director has been fired and the newest member of the DSS governing board tapped to replace her on an interim basis.
Social services director dismissed
The county Department Social Services director has been fired and the newest member of the DSS governing board tapped to replace her on an interim basis.
Social services director dismissed
Experts Warn Parents To Watch For Signs Of Sibling Abuse
Experts Warn Parents To Watch For Signs Of Sibling Abuse
The case of an 11-year-old Martinsville boy accused of fatally shooting his 6-year-old brother is raising questions about when sibling rivalry becomes something more serious.
The case of an 11-year-old Martinsville boy accused of fatally shooting his 6-year-old brother is raising questions about when sibling rivalry becomes something more serious.
Council to repay money to father of foster child
Council to repay money to father of foster child
A FATHER will receive £5,000 from Monmouthshire council after a report to the authority said a foster carer took £8,000 which was meant for his child.
A FATHER will receive £5,000 from Monmouthshire council after a report to the authority said a foster carer took £8,000 which was meant for his child.
Nigeria: NGO Sensitizes Parents On Children's Rights
Nigeria: NGO Sensitizes Parents On Children's Rights
A non-governmental organization, Child Protection Network (CPN), yesterday called on parents not to send their children to the streets but to give them education, shelter and health care services.
A non-governmental organization, Child Protection Network (CPN), yesterday called on parents not to send their children to the streets but to give them education, shelter and health care services.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Restraints still cause injuries in DCF psychiatric facilities
Restraints still cause injuries in DCF psychiatric facilities
Todd was agitated, and the effort of the staff at Riverview Hospital to calm him down weren't having any effect. As the confrontation escalated, aides did what they were trained to do: physically restrain him, face down against the floor, in hopes that would defuse the situation.
Todd was agitated, and the effort of the staff at Riverview Hospital to calm him down weren't having any effect. As the confrontation escalated, aides did what they were trained to do: physically restrain him, face down against the floor, in hopes that would defuse the situation.
Octomom Nadya Suleman's Latest Octo-idiocy: Having 14 Kids Necessary to Fill "Emotional Void"
Octomom Nadya Suleman's Latest Octo-idiocy: Having 14 Kids Necessary to Fill "Emotional Void"
Kids say the darnedest things, and Octomom Nadya Suleman of La Habra has 14 to keep the darned things coming and coming and coming. But is there really beating anything coming out of her own reconstructed piehole? From saying she's a Muslim-raised workaholic to "babies disgust me" (and those are just the gems from the past month!), Octo-quote-machine can keep TMZ, Radar and other tabloidnistas well stocked for years.
Kids say the darnedest things, and Octomom Nadya Suleman of La Habra has 14 to keep the darned things coming and coming and coming. But is there really beating anything coming out of her own reconstructed piehole? From saying she's a Muslim-raised workaholic to "babies disgust me" (and those are just the gems from the past month!), Octo-quote-machine can keep TMZ, Radar and other tabloidnistas well stocked for years.
Florissant foster parent found guilty of child molestation
Florissant foster parent found guilty of child molestation
Florissant man was found guilty of molesting one foster child but found not guilty of molesting a second girl after a trial this week in St. Louis County Circuit Court.
Florissant man was found guilty of molesting one foster child but found not guilty of molesting a second girl after a trial this week in St. Louis County Circuit Court.
Forced adoptions may spark class action
Forced adoptions may spark class action
A Newcastle solicitor is investigating the possibility of a class action on behalf of several Hunter Valley women who say their babies were adopted against their will.
A Newcastle solicitor is investigating the possibility of a class action on behalf of several Hunter Valley women who say their babies were adopted against their will.
NZ Adoption Laws Breach Anti-Discrimination Laws
NZ Adoption Laws Breach Anti-Discrimination Laws
Claim Filed With Human Rights Tribunal: NZ Adoption Laws Breach Anti-Discrimination Laws
Claim Filed With Human Rights Tribunal: NZ Adoption Laws Breach Anti-Discrimination Laws
TV’s Favorite Tea Party Congressman Sued for $117K in Child Support
TV’s Favorite Tea Party Congressman Sued for $117K in Child Support
Are you familiar with freshman Republican Rep. Joe Walsh? No? That's okay! Just turn on any cable news channel at any time. He'll be there. Producers love to book him, and he loves to be booked. His politics can best be described as anti-any-compromise-ever, and he is rude. Another interesting thing about Joe Walsh is that his ex-wife is suing him for $117,437 in unpaid child support.
Are you familiar with freshman Republican Rep. Joe Walsh? No? That's okay! Just turn on any cable news channel at any time. He'll be there. Producers love to book him, and he loves to be booked. His politics can best be described as anti-any-compromise-ever, and he is rude. Another interesting thing about Joe Walsh is that his ex-wife is suing him for $117,437 in unpaid child support.
AM EXCLUSIVE – Bachmann on being a foster mom: "A big family is a blessing"
AM EXCLUSIVE – Bachmann on being a foster mom: "A big family is a blessing"
In an exclusive interview with American Morning's Kiran Chetry, Republican Presidential candidate Rep. Michele Bachmann explains how she chose to become a foster parent, the importance of balancing challenges in a marriage and her struggle to emerge out of poverty as a teenager.
Note: Michelle Bachmann's shit don't stink because she was a foster parent and would therefore make a good president, regardless of the fact that she's clueless. Well I, for one, am sick of listening to her.
In an exclusive interview with American Morning's Kiran Chetry, Republican Presidential candidate Rep. Michele Bachmann explains how she chose to become a foster parent, the importance of balancing challenges in a marriage and her struggle to emerge out of poverty as a teenager.
Note: Michelle Bachmann's shit don't stink because she was a foster parent and would therefore make a good president, regardless of the fact that she's clueless. Well I, for one, am sick of listening to her.
Boy, 12, who died while driving stolen van was foster runaway
Boy, 12, who died while driving stolen van was foster runaway
A 12-year-old boy who died while driving a stolen minivan was a foster child who escaped from a hospital emergency room after running away from the home where he'd been assigned, officials said.
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12-year-old wrecks stolen van, dies in E. Illinois
A 12-year-old boy who died while driving a stolen minivan was a foster child who escaped from a hospital emergency room after running away from the home where he'd been assigned, officials said.
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12-year-old wrecks stolen van, dies in E. Illinois
Russian orphans arrive in Toledo
Ohio too?
Russian orphans arrive in Toledo
After a 48 hour trip from Russia, nine children have arrived at Toledo's Trinity Lutheran Church on Glendale. Their visit is part of a Christian organization called "Friends of Russian Orphans."
Russian orphans arrive in Toledo
After a 48 hour trip from Russia, nine children have arrived at Toledo's Trinity Lutheran Church on Glendale. Their visit is part of a Christian organization called "Friends of Russian Orphans."
Inquiry ordered into adoption norm flouting
Inquiry ordered into adoption norm flouting
The parents of three-year-old Ahana Banerjee are running from pillar to post to get her admitted to a school. Because, Ahana, being an adopted daughter, is yet to get a birth certificate.
The parents of three-year-old Ahana Banerjee are running from pillar to post to get her admitted to a school. Because, Ahana, being an adopted daughter, is yet to get a birth certificate.
3-week program aims to unite orphans with adoptive families in Utah
3-week program aims to unite orphans with adoptive families in Utah
For many orphans in eastern Europe, life outside the care of an orphanage holds little to hope for.
Note: A traveling adoption block? That's a little twisted.
"We send kids off to far off lands in hopes of finding a forever home."
For many orphans in eastern Europe, life outside the care of an orphanage holds little to hope for.
Note: A traveling adoption block? That's a little twisted.
"We send kids off to far off lands in hopes of finding a forever home."
Forced adoption in South Australia
Forced adoption in South Australia
Evelyn Robinson knows about adoption.
Her first son Steven was taken for adoption when she was just 20.
Evelyn Robinson knows about adoption.
Her first son Steven was taken for adoption when she was just 20.
Cuts mean less domestic violence investigation
Cuts mean less domestic violence investigation
A cost-cutting move that narrows the Division of Child and Family Services’ ability to get involved when children are exposed to domestic violence has some advocates alarmed, but one child welfare expert is hailing the change as a reasonable approach that reduces chances of victims and their children being doubly traumatized.
A cost-cutting move that narrows the Division of Child and Family Services’ ability to get involved when children are exposed to domestic violence has some advocates alarmed, but one child welfare expert is hailing the change as a reasonable approach that reduces chances of victims and their children being doubly traumatized.
Authorities to place stolen babies in care
Authorities to place stolen babies in care
All 89 kidnapped children, including eight Vietnamese infants, who were recently rescued by police from two major human trafficking rings in South China, will not be allowed to stay with the people who bought them.
All 89 kidnapped children, including eight Vietnamese infants, who were recently rescued by police from two major human trafficking rings in South China, will not be allowed to stay with the people who bought them.
Child abuse report too narrow, says Labour
Child abuse report too narrow, says Labour
A report on tackling child abuse is a step in the right direction but its focus on the most vulnerable ignores the needs of every child, Labour says.
A report on tackling child abuse is a step in the right direction but its focus on the most vulnerable ignores the needs of every child, Labour says.
Secrecy Poisoning American Democracy
Secrecy Poisoning American Democracy
A new report that we’re releasing today makes the case that out-of-control secrecy is a serious disease that is hurting American democracy. More and more of our government’s actions are being hidden from the people who are supposed to be ultimately in charge of that government. A story about attempts to uncover secret laws in today’s Washington Post shows just how timely our report is.
Note: Not about child welfare, so to speak, but secrecy is a big problem there too.
A new report that we’re releasing today makes the case that out-of-control secrecy is a serious disease that is hurting American democracy. More and more of our government’s actions are being hidden from the people who are supposed to be ultimately in charge of that government. A story about attempts to uncover secret laws in today’s Washington Post shows just how timely our report is.
Note: Not about child welfare, so to speak, but secrecy is a big problem there too.
Why Is Florida Refusing Federal Money To Be Used For Child Abuse Prevention [Opinion]
Why Is Florida Refusing Federal Money To Be Used For Child Abuse Prevention [Opinion]
$50 million. Yes $50 million. Money supposed to go to child abuse prevention. Given to Florida as part of the Affordable Health Care Act, passed last year by congress and signed into law by President Obama.
$50 million. Yes $50 million. Money supposed to go to child abuse prevention. Given to Florida as part of the Affordable Health Care Act, passed last year by congress and signed into law by President Obama.
Legislation Urging Immediate Return of US Kids Abducted to Japan Clears 1st Hurdle Smith Amendment Calling for a U.S.-Japan MOU Wins Support
Legislation Urging Immediate Return of US Kids Abducted to Japan Clears 1st Hurdle Smith Amendment Calling for a U.S.-Japan MOU Wins Support
The House Foreign Affairs Committee today adopted an amendment by U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) calling for a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Japan for the immediate return of the approximately 156 U.S. children currently being held in Japan against the wishes of their American parent, and in many cases in violation of valid U.S. court orders.
Left-behind parents waiting
The House Foreign Affairs Committee today adopted an amendment by U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) calling for a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Japan for the immediate return of the approximately 156 U.S. children currently being held in Japan against the wishes of their American parent, and in many cases in violation of valid U.S. court orders.
Left-behind parents waiting
The no-kids-allowed movement is spreading
The no-kids-allowed movement is spreading
What's the matter with kids today and why doesn't anyone want them around? In June, Malaysia Airlines banned babies from many of their first class cabins, prompting other major airlines to consider similar policies.
What's the matter with kids today and why doesn't anyone want them around? In June, Malaysia Airlines banned babies from many of their first class cabins, prompting other major airlines to consider similar policies.
Neil Patrick Harris' parenting tip? Staple kids to crib
Neil Patrick Harris' parenting tip? Staple kids to crib
Neil Patrick Harris visited “The Daily Show” on Monday night to promote his upcoming movie, “The Smurfs,” but the proud papa of twins couldn’t resist the chance to brag about his babies while he was there.
Neil Patrick Harris visited “The Daily Show” on Monday night to promote his upcoming movie, “The Smurfs,” but the proud papa of twins couldn’t resist the chance to brag about his babies while he was there.
Journalist Launches Parenting Blog Packed With Controversy
Journalist Launches Parenting Blog Packed With Controversy
Parenting styles and the choices parents make can be explosively controversial. Cecilia Biemann, author of the eBook, “Ace Child Discipline Guide,” found that to be true when gathering research for her book. Biemann’s recently launched parenting blog, www.ParentingControversy.com, explores a wide range of personal and news headline making controversial parenting matters, while providing a platform for further discussion.
Parenting styles and the choices parents make can be explosively controversial. Cecilia Biemann, author of the eBook, “Ace Child Discipline Guide,” found that to be true when gathering research for her book. Biemann’s recently launched parenting blog, www.ParentingControversy.com, explores a wide range of personal and news headline making controversial parenting matters, while providing a platform for further discussion.
North Carolina Urges Sterilization Victims to Come Forward
North Carolina Urges Sterilization Victims to Come Forward
Lela Duncan was only 13 when she gave birth to a son in the Chapel Hill area of North Carolina. She said she was unaware why county officials had visited her mother within a year of her son's birth, or the duress under which her mother was forced to commit her to the home for wayward girls. While Duncan had committed no crime, she was carted off and held for years at the institution. Under North Carolina statute, Duncan was eligible to leave the home only after being surgically sterilized under a platform known as eugenic sterilization.
Lela Duncan was only 13 when she gave birth to a son in the Chapel Hill area of North Carolina. She said she was unaware why county officials had visited her mother within a year of her son's birth, or the duress under which her mother was forced to commit her to the home for wayward girls. While Duncan had committed no crime, she was carted off and held for years at the institution. Under North Carolina statute, Duncan was eligible to leave the home only after being surgically sterilized under a platform known as eugenic sterilization.
Georgia selected for child welfare system research study, which begins in the fall
Georgia selected for child welfare system research study, which begins in the fall
Officials say the state of Georgia has been selected as one of two research and demonstration sites for the National Quality Improvement Center on the Representation of Children in the Child Welfare System.
Officials say the state of Georgia has been selected as one of two research and demonstration sites for the National Quality Improvement Center on the Representation of Children in the Child Welfare System.
Census: More grandparents in Ky dusting off parenting skills to rear next generation
Census: More grandparents in Ky dusting off parenting skills to rear next generation
Nearly 87,000 Kentucky children are being raised by grandparents who are dusting off long-dormant parenting skills in growing numbers to rear another generation, figures from the U.S. Census Bureau showed Thursday.
Nearly 87,000 Kentucky children are being raised by grandparents who are dusting off long-dormant parenting skills in growing numbers to rear another generation, figures from the U.S. Census Bureau showed Thursday.
Children's services boss says sorry to children abused by adoptive mother
Children's services boss says sorry to children abused by adoptive mother
Children's services boss says sorry to children abused by adoptive mother
Children's services boss says sorry to children abused by adoptive mother
Program Offers Help for At-Risk Kids of Military Families
Program Offers Help for At-Risk Kids of Military Families
A decade of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has taken its toll on children whose parents are deployed, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Washington School of Public Health.
A decade of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has taken its toll on children whose parents are deployed, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Washington School of Public Health.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Woman who grew up a foster child in Oxnard works to improve the system
Woman who grew up a foster child in Oxnard works to improve the system
Jessie Peterson has seen both sides of the foster care system, the good and the bad.
Jessie Peterson has seen both sides of the foster care system, the good and the bad.
Zero-Tolerance Policies Doing More Harm Than Good
Zero-Tolerance Policies Doing More Harm Than Good
Nearly one million teens become school dropouts each year, particularly minorities and males. Many students leave school after experiencing strict suspension policies. To learn why and what can produce better learning environments, host Michel Martin speaks with NPR's Claudio Sanchez, who's doing a new series on America's dropout crisis; Deborah Fowler, a consultant on a new Texas study about the effects of school discipline; and Emma Tai, coordinator of Voices of Youth in Chicago Education.
Nearly one million teens become school dropouts each year, particularly minorities and males. Many students leave school after experiencing strict suspension policies. To learn why and what can produce better learning environments, host Michel Martin speaks with NPR's Claudio Sanchez, who's doing a new series on America's dropout crisis; Deborah Fowler, a consultant on a new Texas study about the effects of school discipline; and Emma Tai, coordinator of Voices of Youth in Chicago Education.
Young people voice their stories of disruption and damage in foster care
Young people voice their stories of disruption and damage in foster care
KAREN CONLON cannot remember exactly how many foster families she stayed with during her 12 years in care. But she says she lived in most counties while under the care of the Health Service Executive.
KAREN CONLON cannot remember exactly how many foster families she stayed with during her 12 years in care. But she says she lived in most counties while under the care of the Health Service Executive.
Surrogacy couple win right to babies but face prosecution
Surrogacy couple win right to babies but face prosecution
A Queensland couple who won the right to raise three baby boys born to two surrogate mothers in Thailand could face criminal charges, in a case that has highlighted Australia's complex surrogacy laws.
A Queensland couple who won the right to raise three baby boys born to two surrogate mothers in Thailand could face criminal charges, in a case that has highlighted Australia's complex surrogacy laws.
The Kids Are All Right, Even if Their Parents Grow Pot
The Kids Are All Right, Even if Their Parents Grow Pot
Just because the folks next door are drug dealers doesn't mean they're bad parents.
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Pot growers' kids in good health, study says
A new study has found that children from "grow op" homes were healthy and drug-free, leading to questions about the practice of immediately removing such kids from their parents.
Just because the folks next door are drug dealers doesn't mean they're bad parents.
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Pot growers' kids in good health, study says
A new study has found that children from "grow op" homes were healthy and drug-free, leading to questions about the practice of immediately removing such kids from their parents.
Are Illinois Democrats persecuting Catholics because of their beliefs on homosexuality?
Are Illinois Democrats persecuting Catholics because of their beliefs on homosexuality?
Catholics and their faith have come under attack from the state of Illinois, which has attempted to cut off state funding for a number of the religion's charities.
Catholics and their faith have come under attack from the state of Illinois, which has attempted to cut off state funding for a number of the religion's charities.
Pope's UK visit prompts increase in sex abuse allegations against church
Pope's UK visit prompts increase in sex abuse allegations against church
Body set up to improve Catholic church's response to abuse reveals three-fold rise in allegations in 2010
Body set up to improve Catholic church's response to abuse reveals three-fold rise in allegations in 2010
DCF Leader: Children Safer in Florida Now
DCF Leader: Children Safer in Florida Now
The leader of Florida's Department of Children and Families says his agency has learned a lot from the "horrific" child abuse case of Victor and Nubia Barahona.
The leader of Florida's Department of Children and Families says his agency has learned a lot from the "horrific" child abuse case of Victor and Nubia Barahona.
Barahona Grand Jury Offers Sharp Critique Of DCF
WPBF 25 News' Erin Guy got ahold of a 29-page report by a grand jury that blasts DCF procedures in connection with February's high-profile Barahona tragedy.
Grand Jury: DCF Failed Barahona Children
A grand jury report claims that the state Department of Children and Families failed the children of Jorge and Nubia Barahona.
Child Protective Services SUED… Four workers plead guilty to child abuse
Child Protective Services SUED… Four workers plead guilty to child abuse
A lawyer for a teenager who was held captive and abused inside a Central California home for a year has filed a claim against the county for allegedly failing to protect him.
A lawyer for a teenager who was held captive and abused inside a Central California home for a year has filed a claim against the county for allegedly failing to protect him.
Jesse James Awarded Sole Custody of Daughter, Sunny
Jesse James Awarded Sole Custody of Daughter, Sunny
Jesse James has certainly been making headlines this week. First with this split with ex-fiance Kat Von D and now with his child custody case. On Monday the motorcycle mogul was awarded sole custody of his daughter, Sunny, following a long court battle with mother, Janine Lindemulder. Anyone else confused as to why this guy has been with so many women or is it just me?
Jesse James has certainly been making headlines this week. First with this split with ex-fiance Kat Von D and now with his child custody case. On Monday the motorcycle mogul was awarded sole custody of his daughter, Sunny, following a long court battle with mother, Janine Lindemulder. Anyone else confused as to why this guy has been with so many women or is it just me?
Family Court Judge Picked to Run Children’s Services Agency
Family Court Judge Picked to Run Children’s Services Agency
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg on Wednesday appointed a Family Court judge, Ronald E. Richter, to be commissioner of the Administration for Children’s Services.
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg on Wednesday appointed a Family Court judge, Ronald E. Richter, to be commissioner of the Administration for Children’s Services.
Is The Playing Field Level For Men In The Family Court System?
Is The Playing Field Level For Men In The Family Court System?
The father's rights movement isn't an anti-mom or anti-woman movement; it's an anti-unfairness movement. It just so happens that moms have most of the power in the family court system in America.
The father's rights movement isn't an anti-mom or anti-woman movement; it's an anti-unfairness movement. It just so happens that moms have most of the power in the family court system in America.
How Would You React If CPS Was Investigating You?
How Would You React If CPS Was Investigating You?
The saga of Amber Portwood's legal troubles continued on last night's episode of Teen Mom, in which Amber was forced to go to the police station for a meeting with Child Protective Services after repeatedly dodging the agency. Now, we realize that cherry-picked, edited moments on a reality TV show wouldn't accurately depict someone's parenting skills, but given that this entire CPS investigation is a result of an incident that was shown on Teen Mom—Amber punching the father of her child, which brought on a felony domestic abuse charge—you'd think that if she were really that worried about losing custody of her daughter, she'd be really careful about the way she's presenting herself on camera. Ahem.
The saga of Amber Portwood's legal troubles continued on last night's episode of Teen Mom, in which Amber was forced to go to the police station for a meeting with Child Protective Services after repeatedly dodging the agency. Now, we realize that cherry-picked, edited moments on a reality TV show wouldn't accurately depict someone's parenting skills, but given that this entire CPS investigation is a result of an incident that was shown on Teen Mom—Amber punching the father of her child, which brought on a felony domestic abuse charge—you'd think that if she were really that worried about losing custody of her daughter, she'd be really careful about the way she's presenting herself on camera. Ahem.
KCC finally appoints new social care boss
KCC finally appoints new social care boss
Andrew Ireland will become the new corporate director for families and social care from November, replacing the man who has cost taxpayers £1,250 a day in agency fees since January 4, Malcolm Newsam.
Andrew Ireland will become the new corporate director for families and social care from November, replacing the man who has cost taxpayers £1,250 a day in agency fees since January 4, Malcolm Newsam.
Too many children in care let down - Minister
Too many children in care let down - Minister
The Minister for Children has criticised some social workers for letting down children who are in the care of the State.
The Minister for Children has criticised some social workers for letting down children who are in the care of the State.
Florida Child Welfare Investigators Criticized for Imcompetance
Florida Child Welfare Investigators Criticized for Imcompetance
Say you're a child welfare investigator.
You get numerous reports that children in a particular family are being abused. Most recently, you hear they are being tied up and confined to a bathtub.
How can you tell if these allegations are true?
Say you're a child welfare investigator.
You get numerous reports that children in a particular family are being abused. Most recently, you hear they are being tied up and confined to a bathtub.
How can you tell if these allegations are true?
Cambodia’s ‘orphan tourism’ sparks concern
Cambodia’s ‘orphan tourism’ sparks concern
Pictures of hundreds of former volunteers line the walls of a muddy courtyard in Cambodia’s tourist hub of Siem Reap, their faces once familiar to the orphans playing there but now long gone.
Pictures of hundreds of former volunteers line the walls of a muddy courtyard in Cambodia’s tourist hub of Siem Reap, their faces once familiar to the orphans playing there but now long gone.
International Adoptions Decline
International Adoptions Decline
It is in dispute whether international adoption encourages the abduction of children from their loving families, or gives a neglected child a chance for a bright future.
It is in dispute whether international adoption encourages the abduction of children from their loving families, or gives a neglected child a chance for a bright future.
Adopted girl aids murder of foster mother
Adopted girl aids murder of foster mother
An army deserter and a young woman were arrested by the Welimada police in connection with the killing of a 78- year- old woman of Bogahakumbura in Welimada. She had been hacked to death and her jewellery taken away. The victim, K A Karunawathie was a retired principal of a government school in Welimada living alone in her house. Her children were married and living separately.
An army deserter and a young woman were arrested by the Welimada police in connection with the killing of a 78- year- old woman of Bogahakumbura in Welimada. She had been hacked to death and her jewellery taken away. The victim, K A Karunawathie was a retired principal of a government school in Welimada living alone in her house. Her children were married and living separately.
Another Tale of Our Anti-Parent DCFS Establishment
Another Tale of Our Anti-Parent DCFS Establishment
It is a sad truth that from coast to coast our departments of children and family service (DCFS) agencies are in disarray. All too often they ill serve the children they are supposed to be helping and they almost always step on the rights of parents without much bothering to give a good reading of the situation before action is taken. The travails of 13-year-old Chloe Faulkner is another such story. Taken from her parents, isolated in a world of faceless bureaucrats, used as a cash cow for state aide, abused, repeatedly raped, and eventually impregnated without her loving parents being given a chance to be heard, this tale is another DCFS/State intervention horror story.
It is a sad truth that from coast to coast our departments of children and family service (DCFS) agencies are in disarray. All too often they ill serve the children they are supposed to be helping and they almost always step on the rights of parents without much bothering to give a good reading of the situation before action is taken. The travails of 13-year-old Chloe Faulkner is another such story. Taken from her parents, isolated in a world of faceless bureaucrats, used as a cash cow for state aide, abused, repeatedly raped, and eventually impregnated without her loving parents being given a chance to be heard, this tale is another DCFS/State intervention horror story.
Officer accused of sexually abusing children resigns
Officer accused of sexually abusing children resigns
An Oklahoma City police sergeant accused of molesting foster and adopted children in his care resigned Tuesday. Sgt. Maurice Martinez faces 37 criminal charges including multiple counts of sexual abuse of a child.
An Oklahoma City police sergeant accused of molesting foster and adopted children in his care resigned Tuesday. Sgt. Maurice Martinez faces 37 criminal charges including multiple counts of sexual abuse of a child.
Grandparent caregivers relievers of the foster care system
Grandparent caregivers relievers of the foster care system
An accident landed seven of Rosie Cardenas’ grandchildren on her doorstep and she hasn’t looked back since.
An accident landed seven of Rosie Cardenas’ grandchildren on her doorstep and she hasn’t looked back since.
Ofsted plans two-week no-notice inspections for children's services departments
Ofsted plans two-week no-notice inspections for children's services departments
Local authority children's services teams are to be subjected to no-notice Ofsted inspections lasting two weeks at a time, under plans being proposed by the watchdog.
Local authority children's services teams are to be subjected to no-notice Ofsted inspections lasting two weeks at a time, under plans being proposed by the watchdog.
Ex-caseworker pleads guilty in neglect case
Ex-caseworker pleads guilty in neglect case
A former caseworker with the county has pleaded guilty to a felony in a child-neglect case where an infant boy with a digestive disorder nearly died last year, according to the prosecutor who handled the case.
A former caseworker with the county has pleaded guilty to a felony in a child-neglect case where an infant boy with a digestive disorder nearly died last year, according to the prosecutor who handled the case.
Special report: When children enter adult life after time with foster family
Special report: When children enter adult life after time with foster family
Amber Larsen turns 18 Monday, and like many her age, she’s looking forward to moving out and living on her own in Sheboygan.
Amber Larsen turns 18 Monday, and like many her age, she’s looking forward to moving out and living on her own in Sheboygan.
EXCLUSIVE: In Congress, psychiatrist pushes for foster health care
EXCLUSIVE: In Congress, psychiatrist pushes for foster health care
In 2008, Congress passed legislation broadly hailed as the most sweeping reform of federal child welfare policy in a decade. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jim McDermott, D-Wash., mandated among other elements that each state develop a plan for "the ongoing oversight and coordination of health care services for any child in a foster care placement."
In 2008, Congress passed legislation broadly hailed as the most sweeping reform of federal child welfare policy in a decade. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jim McDermott, D-Wash., mandated among other elements that each state develop a plan for "the ongoing oversight and coordination of health care services for any child in a foster care placement."
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Lawmakers again asked to intervene in shock therapy debate
Lawmakers again asked to intervene in shock therapy debate
It’s become a wrenching but familiar sight for members of the Legislature: Brandon Sanchez - restrained by his uncle, Rep. Jeffrey Sanchez - writhing as he attempts to kick, claw and slap at his own face, the self-injurious consequence of a debilitating mental disorder.
It’s become a wrenching but familiar sight for members of the Legislature: Brandon Sanchez - restrained by his uncle, Rep. Jeffrey Sanchez - writhing as he attempts to kick, claw and slap at his own face, the self-injurious consequence of a debilitating mental disorder.
Grow-op kids shouldn't be in foster homes: Study
Grow-op kids shouldn't be in foster homes: Study
Children living in grow-op homes are healthier living with their parents rather than being placed into foster homes, a study shows.
Children living in grow-op homes are healthier living with their parents rather than being placed into foster homes, a study shows.
Belleville Diocese foster-care program joins suit against Illinois over same-sex issue
Belleville Diocese foster-care program joins suit against Illinois over same-sex issue
The Belleville Diocese announced today it has joined three other Catholic dioceses in Illinois in a lawsuit trying to force the state to continue contracting foster care through them-contracts the state wants to pull because the church-affiliated programs won't allow same-sex couples to act as foster parents.
The Belleville Diocese announced today it has joined three other Catholic dioceses in Illinois in a lawsuit trying to force the state to continue contracting foster care through them-contracts the state wants to pull because the church-affiliated programs won't allow same-sex couples to act as foster parents.
Foster parent convicted of sexual battery
Foster parent convicted of sexual battery
A man is behind bars after being accused of molesting his foster children.
A man is behind bars after being accused of molesting his foster children.
Father Accused of caging adopted son
Father Accused of caging adopted son
When Michael Wells rented his house to a family of five last month, he thought he was doing a good deed for a set of morally courageous parents.
When Michael Wells rented his house to a family of five last month, he thought he was doing a good deed for a set of morally courageous parents.
DCF complies with court settlement on children's mental health
DCF complies with court settlement on children's mental health
Note: So the kids in Connecticut will get their pills?
Four years after settling a class-action lawsuit over its care for children with mental health needs, the state Department of Children and Families has revised its procedures to keep hundreds of children from being shunted into institutions, jail or hospital emergency rooms, officials and advocates say.
Note: So the kids in Connecticut will get their pills?
Four years after settling a class-action lawsuit over its care for children with mental health needs, the state Department of Children and Families has revised its procedures to keep hundreds of children from being shunted into institutions, jail or hospital emergency rooms, officials and advocates say.
Update: The nut who wants to license clowns.
So that nut who wants to license the clowns turns out to be a pretty intense control freak with a one tract mind...
I joined her Ning group and she moderates everything, every comment, every picture that you upload to your own profile. She sends me a message that says Welcome! in bright flashy animated letters. I said thank you. Then she starts preaching some child abuse propaganda, I responded with a friendly message telling her what I do. So she refuses to moderate my message in and deletes the thank you message.
I don't know if you can view it or not without an account, but here it is the little page I set up. http://survivorsspeakout.ning.com/profile/LegallyKidnapped
I'm sure it won't be long before I'm booted from the group all-together. Times a wastin. Get your bets in now. How long will I last? I am LK you know. I do have a reputation to protect.
Report: Child welfare workers too trusting
Report: Child welfare workers too trusting
Note: To the dumbass who wrote this article. Chile welfare workers are the ones who can't be trusted.
Florida child welfare workers did nothing to Jorge and Carmen Barahona when allegations of possible child abuse and neglect were made, a grand jury report said.
The grand jury report, issued Monday, said a Department of Children and Families investigator was so trusting that when the agency received a report Feb. 10 that twins Victor and Nubia Barahona were tied up and locked in a bathtub, the investigator left the Barahona home without seeing the children and wrote they were at little risk of harm, The Miami Herald reported Tuesday.
And this will screw it up for everybody else. Workers will be taught not to trust anybody making it harder on parents.
No worries though, there will still be plenty of incompetent social wreckers from Florida to keep us entertained.
Note: To the dumbass who wrote this article. Chile welfare workers are the ones who can't be trusted.
Florida child welfare workers did nothing to Jorge and Carmen Barahona when allegations of possible child abuse and neglect were made, a grand jury report said.
The grand jury report, issued Monday, said a Department of Children and Families investigator was so trusting that when the agency received a report Feb. 10 that twins Victor and Nubia Barahona were tied up and locked in a bathtub, the investigator left the Barahona home without seeing the children and wrote they were at little risk of harm, The Miami Herald reported Tuesday.
And this will screw it up for everybody else. Workers will be taught not to trust anybody making it harder on parents.
No worries though, there will still be plenty of incompetent social wreckers from Florida to keep us entertained.
Study Finds New Guidelines Help Judges Better Serve Abused and Neglected Children and Their Families
Study Finds New Guidelines Help Judges Better Serve Abused and Neglected Children and Their Families
Children who are removed from their parents for abuse or neglect allegations experience better outcomes when judges follow a set of decision-making guidelines during the initial removal hearing, according to a study released today by the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ). Development of a benchcard containing the guidelines grew out of a national NCJFCJ initiative, Courts Catalyzing Change: Achieving Equity and Fairness in Foster Care (CCC). In partnership with Casey Family Programs and the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NCJFCJ member judges throughout the country are working to reduce the overrepresentation of children of color in the foster care system along with the disparate outcomes they and their families experience.
Children who are removed from their parents for abuse or neglect allegations experience better outcomes when judges follow a set of decision-making guidelines during the initial removal hearing, according to a study released today by the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ). Development of a benchcard containing the guidelines grew out of a national NCJFCJ initiative, Courts Catalyzing Change: Achieving Equity and Fairness in Foster Care (CCC). In partnership with Casey Family Programs and the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NCJFCJ member judges throughout the country are working to reduce the overrepresentation of children of color in the foster care system along with the disparate outcomes they and their families experience.
What happens when you 'age out' of foster care?
What happens when you 'age out' of foster care?
Here’s the short list: Finish school. Find a home. Get a job. Create a support system. Think about college or vocational training. And stay out of trouble. The last item can be the toughest, as statistics show that foster youth are much more likely to be involved in drugs or unwanted pregnancies. And a mistake in any one of these areas can result in homelessness, depression or legal problems.
Here’s the short list: Finish school. Find a home. Get a job. Create a support system. Think about college or vocational training. And stay out of trouble. The last item can be the toughest, as statistics show that foster youth are much more likely to be involved in drugs or unwanted pregnancies. And a mistake in any one of these areas can result in homelessness, depression or legal problems.
Students Disciplined in Texas Public Schools More Likely to Enter Juvenile Justice System
Students Disciplined in Texas Public Schools More Likely to Enter Juvenile Justice System
Educators are reacting to a recent study of Texas public schools that found students who were disciplined were more likely to be involved in the juvenile justice system and do poorly academically. The study, by the Council of State Governments Justice Center, also found that 60 percent of Texas public school students received some form of punishment at least once between seventh and 12th grades.
Educators are reacting to a recent study of Texas public schools that found students who were disciplined were more likely to be involved in the juvenile justice system and do poorly academically. The study, by the Council of State Governments Justice Center, also found that 60 percent of Texas public school students received some form of punishment at least once between seventh and 12th grades.
Georgia Chosen for Study of Legal Representation of Abused Children
More than 100 Georgia attorneys will participate in a four-year study of the legal representation of neglected and abused children. Georgia was chosen as one of two states to be research and demonstration sites for the National Quality Improvement Center on the Representation of Children in the Child Welfare System.
Georgia Chosen for Study of Legal Representation of Abused Children
Georgia Chosen for Study of Legal Representation of Abused Children
Lawmakers Consider Proposals Banning The Use Of Skin Shock Therapy
Lawmakers Consider Proposals Banning The Use Of Skin Shock Therapy
Later Tuesday state representatives will hear a proposal for a ban on so called ‘skin shock,’ or aversive therapy, for children attending the Judge Rotenberg Center in Canton. The JRC is the only known school in the country that offers the skin shocks, which supporters say not only help developmentally disabled children lead normal lives but also keeps many of these children who injure themselves and others alive.
Later Tuesday state representatives will hear a proposal for a ban on so called ‘skin shock,’ or aversive therapy, for children attending the Judge Rotenberg Center in Canton. The JRC is the only known school in the country that offers the skin shocks, which supporters say not only help developmentally disabled children lead normal lives but also keeps many of these children who injure themselves and others alive.
Teen's Lawyer Fights DCF For Out-Of-State Treatment
Teen's Lawyer Fights DCF For Out-Of-State Treatment
New Commissioner Of Department Of Children And Families Is Challenging A Long-Standing Policy Of Sending Juvenile Offenders Outside The State For Rehabilitation
New Commissioner Of Department Of Children And Families Is Challenging A Long-Standing Policy Of Sending Juvenile Offenders Outside The State For Rehabilitation
Adoption 'tsar' Martin Narey in the spotlight
Adoption 'tsar' Martin Narey in the spotlight
Is the appointment of Martin Narey helpful, when his views have offended social workers and been criticised as too simplistic?
Is the appointment of Martin Narey helpful, when his views have offended social workers and been criticised as too simplistic?
Monday, July 25, 2011
DCF criticized in Nubia Barahona death
Miami-Dade County Grand Jury criticizes DCF, urges better training, investigative skills.
Hartwig Child Accuses DHS of Unfair Treatment
Hartwig Child Accuses DHS of Unfair Treatment
An adult son of the Blachly couple convicted of abusing their nine-year-old son is speaking out against the Department of Human Services.
An adult son of the Blachly couple convicted of abusing their nine-year-old son is speaking out against the Department of Human Services.
Jury rejects Kentucky social worker's 'whistleblower' claim
Jury rejects Kentucky social worker's 'whistleblower' claim
A Fayette County jury on Monday rejected the claims of a former social worker who filed a “whistleblower” lawsuit, claiming state officials made her job unbearable after she tried to report alleged wrongdoing by a supervisor.
A Fayette County jury on Monday rejected the claims of a former social worker who filed a “whistleblower” lawsuit, claiming state officials made her job unbearable after she tried to report alleged wrongdoing by a supervisor.
Some children in foster care still at risk, says authority
Some children in foster care still at risk, says authority
SOME CHILDREN in foster care in Dublin North Central continue to be at risk despite efforts by the Health Service Executive to correct serious malpractice, the State’s health watchdog has said.
SOME CHILDREN in foster care in Dublin North Central continue to be at risk despite efforts by the Health Service Executive to correct serious malpractice, the State’s health watchdog has said.
Neo-Nazi children could be taken into care to beat brainwashing at Third Reich summer camps
Neo-Nazi children could be taken into care to beat brainwashing at Third Reich summer camps
The children of German neo-Nazis could soon be removed from their families and taken into care - in a bid to beat a rise in the glorification of Hitler and the Third Reich.
The children of German neo-Nazis could soon be removed from their families and taken into care - in a bid to beat a rise in the glorification of Hitler and the Third Reich.
Abuse probe at children's home in Fenham
Abuse probe at children's home in Fenham
A CHILDREN’S home for troubled youngsters is at the centre of an investigation by police and social services into alleged child abuse and staff misconduct.
A CHILDREN’S home for troubled youngsters is at the centre of an investigation by police and social services into alleged child abuse and staff misconduct.
Tough kid-snatcher laws could backfire
Tough kid-snatcher laws could backfire
PARENTAL child abduction should not be treated as a general criminal offence despite the demands of a "vocal lobby" for tough new sanctions when children are kidnapped by parents who then flee overseas, says Community Services, the NSW government agency responsible.
PARENTAL child abduction should not be treated as a general criminal offence despite the demands of a "vocal lobby" for tough new sanctions when children are kidnapped by parents who then flee overseas, says Community Services, the NSW government agency responsible.
Miami-Dade grand jury blasts child welfare agency in abuse case
Miami-Dade grand jury blasts child welfare agency in abuse case
Child-welfare workers let a 10-year-old girl die because they were too trusting of adoptive parents and too fragmented to see the “big picture,” a Miami grand jury has concluded.
Child-welfare workers let a 10-year-old girl die because they were too trusting of adoptive parents and too fragmented to see the “big picture,” a Miami grand jury has concluded.