WA's top judge Wayne Martin slams child protection policies as harmful to Aboriginal kids
WESTERN Australia's top judge has questioned whether current child protection policies are an over-reaction to the stolen generation, resulting in poorer standards of care for Aboriginal children.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Archbishop's apology for forced adoptions welcomed
Archbishop's apology for forced adoptions welcomed
A post-adoption support group has welcomed a move by the Anglican Archbishop of Brisbane to apologise for forced adoptions.
Will State Screw Milwaukee?
Will State Screw Milwaukee?
Expert condemns state for switching Milwaukee’s foster care funding to help other counties.
Expert condemns state for switching Milwaukee’s foster care funding to help other counties.
Spirit Lake chairman, federal critic trade complaints about handling of child protection issue
Spirit Lake chairman, federal critic trade complaints about handling of child protection issue
Spirit Lake Tribal Chairman Roger Yankton and one of his sharpest critics in the long-running furor over the safety of Spirit Lake’s children challenged each other’s credibility and motives in a written exchange this week, with Yankton chiding Thomas Sullivan for reporting “rumor and conjecture” and Sullivan charging the chairman with interfering with his duty as a “mandated reporter” of suspected child abuse.
10-Year-Old Charged With Manslaughter After Allegedly Drugging, Suffocating Infant
10-Year-Old Charged With Manslaughter After Allegedly Drugging, Suffocating Infant
A 10-year-old girl has been charged with manslaughter after the death of an infant her mother was babysitting. She is the youngest person to be charged with manslaughter in the state of Maine in nearly 25 years.
Note: Gave the kid the same meds she was taking?
I'm sorry for posting the following link.
http://angelsandsaintsinthefostercare.blogspot.com/
But you must know how they all see themselves in order to see what you're up against.
But you must know how they all see themselves in order to see what you're up against.
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services faces $3.2 million penalty
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services faces $3.2 million penalty
The cost of Nebraska’s experiment in privatizing child welfare services has jumped another $3.2 million.
The cost of Nebraska’s experiment in privatizing child welfare services has jumped another $3.2 million.
NY State Appellate Court Says Father Did Not Mistreat Children
NY State Appellate Court Says Father Did Not Mistreat Children
A unanimous four-member panel of the Second Judicial Department of the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court ruled yesterday that a father did not abuse or neglect his children, in spite of the fact that Child Protective Services claimed he did and filed an indicated report against him and a hearing officer sided with Child Protective Services. While the ruling did not give details of the case, Matter of Brian M., it stated "Here, even crediting the testimony of the Child Protective Services caseworker, the petitioner's actions with respect to the subject child did not, under the circumstances here, constitute maltreatment."
Maine child welfare case worker says sitter’s ‘neglect’ led to death of baby
Maine child welfare case worker says sitter’s ‘neglect’ led to death of baby
Maine’s child welfare agency is placing blame for a baby’s death on the mother of a 10-year-old accused of killing her, saying the mother shouldn’t have left the infant with the girl and the baby’s death was “a result of your neglect.”
Note: This was probably a tragic accident.
Maine’s child welfare agency is placing blame for a baby’s death on the mother of a 10-year-old accused of killing her, saying the mother shouldn’t have left the infant with the girl and the baby’s death was “a result of your neglect.”
Note: This was probably a tragic accident.
Children's Rights Calls Mass. Child Welfare System Fifth Worse-Run Nationally
Children's Rights Calls Mass. Child Welfare System Fifth Worse-Run Nationally
In a scathing 171-page report, filed in a federal class-action lawsuit against Mass. Gov. Duval Patrick, the New York-based Children's Rights terms the Mass. child welfare system the fifth worst-managed in the country, and says that the mismanagement has resulted in the neglect and abuse of one-in-five kids in state custody. Massachusetts currently ranks eight worst nationally for child abuse and neglect, according to Children's Rights.
Note: I'm explaining this for the benefit of Massachusetts CPS Agents so that they may understand...
This means that 45 other states child welfare systems are run better than yours.
Now the Government of the UK is trying to reason with bullshit
Governments slam 'appalling' social worker hate site
Creators of UK Social Workers Exposed urged to reconsider their actions and warned that undermining social workers increases risks to children.
Creators of UK Social Workers Exposed urged to reconsider their actions and warned that undermining social workers increases risks to children.
Note: There's no such thing as bad publicity and children are at risk when social workers come into their lives.
Off-duty police officer kills outraged father after mowing down four-year-old daughter
Off-duty police officer kills outraged father after mowing down four-year-old daughter
Off-duty police officer shoots dead outraged father who confronted him after he mowed down his four-year-old daughter
Foster Daughter Defends Lewdness Suspect
Foster Daughter Defends Lewdness Suspect
A foster parent accused of abusing boys in his care is expected to turn himself into police Friday.
A foster parent accused of abusing boys in his care is expected to turn himself into police Friday.
Social workers build bridges to find foster children homes
Social workers build bridges to find foster children homes
L.A. County's staying connected to juveniles on the street via Facebook, family ties and foot patrols and placing them when they're ready.
Oh my God, how can you pick on those Angels of Mercy who protect children?
As many of you know, there has been a lot of hype this week regarding a website from the UK called UK Social Workers Exposed that has been exposing the workers in what is arguably the most dangerous country in the world to be a parent. According to the social workers, this site promotes hate towards government workers who protect children from parents who are deemed unworthy for whatever frivolous reason they can think up. Of course, the UK is also well known for it's adoption quota's, and stealing newborns right from the hospital for whatever frivolous reason they can think up. And it is also known that British social workers will even enter other countries to snatch kids from parents who have fled.
That said, I myself have been criticized once or twice, usually by some system suck who considers themselves a savior of children in whatever regard while at the same time demonizing every parent who has ever been victimized by any child welfare agency out there. I've been called every name in the book. Sooner or later you get used to it. It comes with the territory of running a controversial website. And no matter how hard I try to make everybody happy, I learned a long time ago that no matter what I say, it's going to piss somebody off.
So anyway, I was bouncing around Facebook this evening, and came across a post from my buddy Jessie, who just happens to have spent some time in foster care up in Canada himself and who made a really interesting point.
You rock Jessie. Keep up the good work.
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Government says site like mine and many others are hateful>
Hateful is making people paranoid of Jewish people or Muslims... or each other... fear promotes hate.....
Government says everyone is suspect and they hold the right to walk into your home any time they want with out a warrant and steal us from our parents and subject us to a life of hell and pedophiles while they are at home on the weekends eating BBQ living and enjoying life with their families instead of mr sicko. Which of course is making that lifestyle for them possible....
That is hate......
Your not just spreading it you twisted freaks... your profiting off it ten fold.
Then attacking your victims when they step up to you.... trying to tell the public anything but the truth about us... putting up the safe streets act to hind your thousands of kids in Ontario... living on the streets... as they attempted to adapt to being on the run from government unlawful captivity.
The government then set up shelters to try to catch them and learn how they are using the street to survive outside the system.... they did this by opening youth and child shelters... at first anyone could go.... they offered free food and said certian government agencies could not go inside... then they gave them money to fill out surveys... gave them money to tell them their names and all kinda of stuff....... then got many dependent on that system instead....
Then government said.. "In order for these places to remain open we need to know who they are how mnay are using it.. and we need all the info you have collected...."
Then the safe streets act was introduced.... then the services the kids became dependent on said "You need ID or you can't eat here."
And the round up and clean up of the Ottawa streets began....
Don't worry assholes... We documented it.
You really shouldn't keep everything on your computers and put so much faith in your tech people.... just for future notice.....
Gov... 15 years ago.. I was sent in to Parliament by over 90 street youth... to try to get you to stop victimizing them.
Check your records I left my name... you even made me leave my squeegie with security... I talked to your staff... they thought it funny I should have the idea anyone would care what I had to say... or what any of us had to say.
I took your position and my squeegie back to the group.
You sealed your fate as a class of people that day. We were just innocent kids... and you would think so little of us...?
We asked you nicely... remember that....
It's not about hate.... it's about disgust for an entire corrupt and out of control class of people who are all screwing us three ways from Sunday....
We love life... we value it more then anything.....we are asking people if they could stop killing us in foster care. And stop sticking us there based on their opinions. They are not gods... pointing this out is hateful?
How can people think of what we are saying as hate?
What we say is out of disgust.... we could be so much more... but all the wrong people are running the show.. and have us divided up like cattle into classes....
Only the corrupt and their idgit wanna be followers will tell you what we say is out of hate....
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Praying for a miracle
Guess what that miracle is? Go ahead, guess....
Praying for a miracle
A foster parent's miracle is that a real parents rights get terminated and they get to keep your kid!
Praying for a miracle
A foster parent's miracle is that a real parents rights get terminated and they get to keep your kid!
'Multiple Parent' bill allowing a child to have three or more parents passes California State Assembly
'Multiple Parent' bill allowing a child to have three or more parents passes California State Assembly
The California State Assembly on Monday approved a bill allowing judges the ability to declare more than two parents for a child, a decision that has drawn criticism from those concerned with preserving the traditional family structure.
The California State Assembly on Monday approved a bill allowing judges the ability to declare more than two parents for a child, a decision that has drawn criticism from those concerned with preserving the traditional family structure.
APNewsBreak: Source says Sandusky recommended as 'sexually violent predator' under Pa. law
APNewsBreak: Source says Sandusky recommended as 'sexually violent predator' under Pa. law
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky has been recommended for designation as a sexually violent predator, a legal status that would require lifetime registration with authorities, according to a person who has read an assessment board's report to a judge in the case.
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky has been recommended for designation as a sexually violent predator, a legal status that would require lifetime registration with authorities, according to a person who has read an assessment board's report to a judge in the case.
Violating child abuse reporting law rarely results in punishment
Violating child abuse reporting law rarely results in punishment
In Indiana, professionals such as doctors, teachers and counselors face requirements for reporting suspected child abuse and neglect that go above and beyond the law that applies to the general public.
In Indiana, professionals such as doctors, teachers and counselors face requirements for reporting suspected child abuse and neglect that go above and beyond the law that applies to the general public.
Man Wanted in Foster Care Abuse Case Found
Man Wanted in Foster Care Abuse Case Found
The 37-year-old man wanted in an abuse case involving foster children has agreed to appear in court Friday, according to the North Las Vegas Police Department.
The 37-year-old man wanted in an abuse case involving foster children has agreed to appear in court Friday, according to the North Las Vegas Police Department.
Girl, 10, charged with manslaughter in Maine infant death
Girl, 10, charged with manslaughter in Maine infant death
A 10-year-old girl was charged Thursday with manslaughter in the death of an infant -- an extremely unusual charge for such a young defendant.
Former Foster Parent Due In Court Amid Sex Charges
Former Foster Parent Due In Court Amid Sex Charges
Police say a man once honored for his work as a foster parent has agreed to surrender in North Las Vegas court amid charges that he sexually abused at least one teenager in his care.
Police say a man once honored for his work as a foster parent has agreed to surrender in North Las Vegas court amid charges that he sexually abused at least one teenager in his care.
Anger as social workers are exposed on website
Anger as social workers are exposed on website
SOCIAL workers who have investigated cases where children were removed from unfit families are being ‘named and shamed’ on a website branded ‘deplorable’ by officials.
Sheffield and Derbyshire social services staff are identified on the website, which The Star has decided not to name.
Note: It's kind of funny that one newspaper has decided not to name this site, after others already have. Suppression of the truth I guess.
SOCIAL workers who have investigated cases where children were removed from unfit families are being ‘named and shamed’ on a website branded ‘deplorable’ by officials.
Sheffield and Derbyshire social services staff are identified on the website, which The Star has decided not to name.
Note: It's kind of funny that one newspaper has decided not to name this site, after others already have. Suppression of the truth I guess.
Interagency Meeting Addresses Psychotropic Medication Use in Nation’s Foster Care System
Interagency Meeting Addresses Psychotropic Medication Use in Nation’s Foster Care System
Earlier this week, more than 300 representatives from 49 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, convened for a two-day meeting and training session titled “Because Minds Matter: Collaborating to Strengthen Management of Psychotropic Medications for Children and Youth in Foster Care.”
Earlier this week, more than 300 representatives from 49 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, convened for a two-day meeting and training session titled “Because Minds Matter: Collaborating to Strengthen Management of Psychotropic Medications for Children and Youth in Foster Care.”
'Vile' hate site faces legal action for naming social workers
'Vile' hate site faces legal action for naming social workers
Employers take legal advice on removing names of staff from UK Social Workers Exposed website, following successful campaign to take down related Facebook page.
Note: It's not a hate site. It's a site that is exposing corrupt scum who steals children. Perhaps I should use some of these pictures of babystealers in an upcoming Baby LK Report?
Halle Berry Custody Battle: Report States Daughter Shouldn't Be Separated From Gabriel Aubry
Halle Berry Custody Battle: Report States Daughter Shouldn't Be Separated From Gabriel Aubry
Halle Berry and ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry are still battling in court over custody of their 4-year-old daughter, Nahla, as the Oscar-winning actress is seeking to move the child with her to Paris out of concerns for their safety.
Halle Berry and ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry are still battling in court over custody of their 4-year-old daughter, Nahla, as the Oscar-winning actress is seeking to move the child with her to Paris out of concerns for their safety.
Rochester Woman May Be Tried on Charges She Threatened Obama
Rochester Woman May Be Tried on Charges She Threatened Obama
The Rochester woman charged with threatening to kill President Obama said the allegations against her are false and based a phone call with a White House operator who misunderstood her.
Former Aloha foster parent, already imprisoned for sex crimes, abused girls 'pretty constantly,' detective says
Former Aloha foster parent, already imprisoned for sex crimes, abused girls 'pretty constantly,' detective says
A Washington County sheriff's detective says a former Aloha foster parent, already imprisoned for sex crimes and facing new accusations, sexually abused young girls "pretty constantly" during the course of 13 years.
A Washington County sheriff's detective says a former Aloha foster parent, already imprisoned for sex crimes and facing new accusations, sexually abused young girls "pretty constantly" during the course of 13 years.
Court OKs placement of Navajo boy with non-Indians
Court OKs placement of Navajo boy with non-Indians
A Navajo child can remain with his non-American Indian caretakers, despite a federal law that gives preference to placement with tribal members, the state Court of Appeals has ruled.
A Navajo child can remain with his non-American Indian caretakers, despite a federal law that gives preference to placement with tribal members, the state Court of Appeals has ruled.
Judge urges lesbian couple in adoption fight to take on Michigan's same-sex marriage ban
Judge urges lesbian couple in adoption fight to take on Michigan's same-sex marriage ban
A lawyer for a lesbian couple from Oakland County urged a federal judge today to allow them to jointly adopt three children despite a Michigan law that prevents unmarried couples from doing so.
Note: I wonder if these kids parents want them back.
Vegas foster mom arrested on child abuse warrant
Vegas foster mom arrested on child abuse warrant
A Las Vegas woman, who identified herself as "Alecia Keyes," was charged with abuse and neglect related to a 3-year-old foster child under her care.
A Las Vegas woman, who identified herself as "Alecia Keyes," was charged with abuse and neglect related to a 3-year-old foster child under her care.
CA SB 1476 Passes Assembly, Would Protect Children From Foster Care
CA SB 1476 Passes Assembly, Would Protect Children From Foster Care
It is always tragic when a the parents of a child cannot continue to raise her or him, and the child must go into the care of someone else, especially in cases where the child must be put into foster care. California Senator Mark Leno authored a bill to try and make it so that more children do not end up in foster care if there are alternatives.
It is always tragic when a the parents of a child cannot continue to raise her or him, and the child must go into the care of someone else, especially in cases where the child must be put into foster care. California Senator Mark Leno authored a bill to try and make it so that more children do not end up in foster care if there are alternatives.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Police: Newark teen arrested for shooting foster brother
Police: Newark teen arrested for shooting foster brother
New Castle County Detectives arrested a Newark teen Monday for allegedly shooting his foster brother in the hand.
New Castle County Detectives arrested a Newark teen Monday for allegedly shooting his foster brother in the hand.
Appeals Court Says Student Restraint Not Unconstitutional
Appeals Court Says Student Restraint Not Unconstitutional
Forcing a severely disabled student to sit at a desk that locks her in place as punishment for bad behavior is not unconstitutional, a federal court of appeals ruled Tuesday.
Forcing a severely disabled student to sit at a desk that locks her in place as punishment for bad behavior is not unconstitutional, a federal court of appeals ruled Tuesday.
Child advocate decries use of 'time-out' rooms in RI group homes
Child advocate decries use of 'time-out' rooms in RI group homes
More than a dozen group homes for children maintain separate "time-out" or "relaxation" rooms, some with no furnishings and bare walls, for children who act out, a practice that state officials on Tuesday moved to clarify following concerns raised by the state's Office of the Child Advocate.
RI sets limits on 'time-out' rooms for children
More than a dozen group homes for children maintain separate "time-out" or "relaxation" rooms, some with no furnishings and bare walls, for children who act out, a practice that state officials on Tuesday moved to clarify following concerns raised by the state's Office of the Child Advocate.
RI sets limits on 'time-out' rooms for children
Va. Beach to make changes to child welfare unit
Va. Beach to make changes to child welfare unit
The city's Department of Human Services will make changes to its child welfare unit to address problems found by a state review of the agency, but it also is disputing some of the study's claims.
North Las Vegas Police seek suspect in abuse of foster child
North Las Vegas Police seek suspect in abuse of foster child
A North Las Vegas man is wanted for allegedly committing several instances of open and gross lewdness and child abuse to his 15-year-old foster son in 2008, North Las Vegas Police officials said.
A North Las Vegas man is wanted for allegedly committing several instances of open and gross lewdness and child abuse to his 15-year-old foster son in 2008, North Las Vegas Police officials said.
Child Protection Inquiry told poverty is key cause for over-representation of indigenous children in state care
Child Protection Inquiry told poverty is key cause for over-representation of indigenous children in state care
ONGOING trauma experienced by the stolen generation is a key driver of why Indigenous children continue to be placed into state care in such high numbers, an inquiry had heard.
Social workers secure Facebook victory over 'vile' hate site
Social workers secure Facebook victory over 'vile' hate site
Complaints by social workers led Facebook to ban a 'vile and offensive' web page that published social workers' names and photographs alongside Nazi imagery
Ask the GAL: Siblings suffer when split up in foster care
Ask the GAL: Siblings suffer when split up in foster care
Q: What happens to children who are siblings when they are removed from their parents?
Queensland's child protection department 'gutted'
Queensland's child protection department 'gutted'
SENIOR Queensland bureaucrats have gutted the child protection department of qualified social workers over the past eight years in a culture change contributing to a rise in youth homelessness, a leading academic said.
SENIOR Queensland bureaucrats have gutted the child protection department of qualified social workers over the past eight years in a culture change contributing to a rise in youth homelessness, a leading academic said.
Website exposing social workers condemned as 'vile'
Website exposing social workers condemned as 'vile'
A local authority is understood to be taking action over a website publishing the names and photographs of UK social workers alongside offensive material
This is the website in question.
Note: I have got to say something about this.
As a blogger, activist, whatever you want to call me, I do have to be aware that there are certain rules that must be followed when publishing information on the internet as there are laws and rules in place that actually protect many of the frauds and criminals who I would love to publicly expose. Whether or not I agree or disagree with these rules does not change the fact that they are in place and breaking them will get me shut down, sued, or worse. So I have developed my own little system of best practice which keeps me out of trouble. That system is to do what I have been doing.
That said, it is a damn shame that people are prevented from speaking out against those who commit injustice against families and children. I commend the websites creator for having the guts to make such a site. However, this site apparently violates the rules as it is being perceived as a personal attack on social workers and others who destroy families, I mean protects children from abuse or neglect.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
School asks deaf preschooler to change his sign language name
School asks deaf preschooler to change his sign language name
Three-and-a-half year old Hunter Spanjer, who is deaf, signs his name by crossing his forefinger and index finger and moving his hand up and down.
Three-and-a-half year old Hunter Spanjer, who is deaf, signs his name by crossing his forefinger and index finger and moving his hand up and down.
Jennifer Lopez takes on lesbian couple's family antics in new sitcom
Jennifer Lopez takes on lesbian couple's family antics in new sitcom
Jennifer Lopez has done it all, she rocketed to fame as a pop singer, she wowed fans in the movies, she’s produced a reality show, she’s been a judge on a reality show and now she’s going to produce a TV sitcom. Jennifer has been given the green light for her pilot “The Fosters,” which will air on ABC Family, according to reports this weekend.
“The Foster’s" is about a lesbian couple and their antics while raising a multi-cultural family of both biological and foster kids. The success of this show will most likely have much to do with who will play the main character roles. The cast for this new show has not been announced as of yet, according to She Knows Reality TV.
Jennifer Lopez has done it all, she rocketed to fame as a pop singer, she wowed fans in the movies, she’s produced a reality show, she’s been a judge on a reality show and now she’s going to produce a TV sitcom. Jennifer has been given the green light for her pilot “The Fosters,” which will air on ABC Family, according to reports this weekend.
“The Foster’s" is about a lesbian couple and their antics while raising a multi-cultural family of both biological and foster kids. The success of this show will most likely have much to do with who will play the main character roles. The cast for this new show has not been announced as of yet, according to She Knows Reality TV.
Note: Apparently a desperate attempt to normalize gay foster parents.
Alleged victim of former Onondaga County Family Court judge speaks out
Alleged victim of former Onondaga County Family Court judge speaks out
Former Onondaga County Family Court judge Bryan R. Hedges is accused of sexually abusing his 5-year-old deaf niece 40 years ago.
Critics: Grandparent access law threatens parental rights
Critics: Grandparent access law threatens parental rights
For nearly 20 years, the Texas Grandparent Access law has been geared towards protecting both children and grandparents. The intent is to make sure that grandparents are not eliminated from a child's life after divorce or the death of one parent.
Who’d be a foster parent?
Who’d be a foster parent?
With more children in care and fewer parents willing to take them in, our fostering system is in crisis. Can it really be such a thankless task?
Forced adoption an option for bad mothers
Forced adoption an option for bad mothers
THE prospect of drug addicted Queensland couples being forced to relinquish rights over their newborn babies is being discussed inside a powerful inquiry struggling to find solutions to the state's most pressing social problem.
THE prospect of drug addicted Queensland couples being forced to relinquish rights over their newborn babies is being discussed inside a powerful inquiry struggling to find solutions to the state's most pressing social problem.
Rate of physical restraints in schools is alarming
Rate of physical restraints in schools is alarming
Let's cut to the chase on the practice of physically restraining special-needs students in public schools. It's happening far too often in Central Florida. Administrators know it. Parents know it.
Let's cut to the chase on the practice of physically restraining special-needs students in public schools. It's happening far too often in Central Florida. Administrators know it. Parents know it.
Detained immigrants losing kids
Detained immigrants losing kids
Encarnacion Romero, a Guatemalan woman living in the United States without the proper papers, was arrested and detained in May 2007. Her son, Carlos, was born in the United States. Yet, at a court hearing that Romero could not attend because she was in an immigration detention center, a Missouri judge ordered her child put up for adoption.
Encarnacion Romero, a Guatemalan woman living in the United States without the proper papers, was arrested and detained in May 2007. Her son, Carlos, was born in the United States. Yet, at a court hearing that Romero could not attend because she was in an immigration detention center, a Missouri judge ordered her child put up for adoption.
UPDATE: Child Psychiatrist Accused of Sexual Misconduct
UPDATE: Child Psychiatrist Accused of Sexual Misconduct
The Idaho State Board of Medicine has filed a complaint against a Boise child and adolescent psychiatrist alleging he had improper sexual contact with four former patients or foster children and had a three-year affair with an adult patient to whom he was prescribing painkillers.
The Idaho State Board of Medicine has filed a complaint against a Boise child and adolescent psychiatrist alleging he had improper sexual contact with four former patients or foster children and had a three-year affair with an adult patient to whom he was prescribing painkillers.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Govt to orphanages: Don't admit under-12 kids from Northeast and Naxal-infested states
Govt to orphanages: Don't admit under-12 kids from Northeast and Naxal-infested states
Kerala government has advised the orphanages in the state not to admit children under 12 from Naxal-infested states and Northeastern states. Social Welfare Department issued an advisory note after the Child Welfare Committee had alerted the government that several groups are trafficking children from Northeastern states to Kerala under the pretext of offering free education and boarding in orphanages in Kerala.
Parents Wrongly Accused of Child Abuse Struggle to Get Kids Back
Parents Wrongly Accused of Child Abuse Struggle to Get Kids Back
One misinformed doctor’s diagnosis can be enough for a finding of abuse. We need to provide more due process to parents before taking their children away, writes Rachel Blustain.
One misinformed doctor’s diagnosis can be enough for a finding of abuse. We need to provide more due process to parents before taking their children away, writes Rachel Blustain.
Man accused of sexually assaulting foster child who has made similar claims in the past
Man accused of sexually assaulting foster child who has made similar claims in the past
A Georgetown man, arrested last week for criminal sexual conduct in the third degree, is out of jail under a $40,000 bond.
A Georgetown man, arrested last week for criminal sexual conduct in the third degree, is out of jail under a $40,000 bond.
'Widespread uncertainty' over protection of neglected children
'Widespread uncertainty' over protection of neglected children
AN UNPUBLISHED independent audit of child protection cases has revealed “widespread uncertainty” among social services and the judiciary over the consequences of neglect on children at risk.
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Usher's Ex Tameka Foster to File Appeal on Child Custody Decision
Usher's Ex Tameka Foster to File Appeal on Child Custody Decision
Tameka Foster is not letting go her sons she shared with Usher. The ex-wife is planning to file an appeal after a judge recently granted Usher a primary physical custody of their 4-year-old Usher Raymond V and 3-year-old Naviyd Ely Raymond.
Tameka Foster is not letting go her sons she shared with Usher. The ex-wife is planning to file an appeal after a judge recently granted Usher a primary physical custody of their 4-year-old Usher Raymond V and 3-year-old Naviyd Ely Raymond.
U.S. immigration policy splits families when parents are deported
U.S. immigration policy splits families when parents are deported
Alexis Molina was just 10 years old when his mother was abruptly cut out of his life and his childhood unraveled overnight.
State Secrecy Of Child Welfare Deaths In The U.S.
State Secrecy Of Child Welfare Deaths In The U.S.
This report eludes direct mention of children in foster care, juvenile justice and mental health programs who die or who come close to dying from abuse and neglect but it does so in a very cunning manner by raising the question of secrecy.
Change out of tragedy? Former case workers speak out
Change out of tragedy? Former case workers speak out
Former case workers in the Great Falls child and family services office said they were not surprised last year to learn that October Perez died while on the radar of the state agency charged with protecting kids.
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Fresno foster mom to face trial in baby's death
Fresno foster mom to face trial in baby's death
A Fresno judge has ordered a trial in the case of a foster mother accused of killing her newborn foster daughter.
A Fresno judge has ordered a trial in the case of a foster mother accused of killing her newborn foster daughter.
Five accused in Staten Island foster home beating that broke teen's arm
Five accused in Staten Island foster home beating that broke teen's arm
A group of teens ganged up on one of their housemates inside a Meiers Corners foster home Sunday afternoon, bludgeoning him with a wooden chair and a speaker, and slashing him with a screwdriver, police allege.
Did Maine Child Protective Services (CPS) give children to Richard Decca the Wal-Mart child abductor???
Note: This is from one of my dear, dear friends who wants to remain an anonymous source.
We believe it and we want to know the truth!!
Richard Decca was the man who attempted to abduct a little girl from the Waterville, Maine Wal-Mart in 2006. Just prior to that, Richard Decca was arrested for unlawful sexual contact with a 1 year old in Waterville.
Richard Decca lived in Norridgewock. At his point he is traveling from Norridgewock to Waterville to find children to prey on. What would trigger that?
Any good Forensic Psychologist will tell you this man’s behaviors didn’t just start. He just started getting caught. Common sense tells you he escalated to “traveling” and “abduction” because he had no “easy access” to any other child or children.
So how many children did this disgusting man, Richard Decca have access too or in his care prior to this? Keep in mind he was 57 years old by this time. That’s a lot of time that could equal a lot of children.
Well, the word on the street is Foster care children. Kinship care and CPS ignoring the complaints about this man. And a Maine CPS, LSW forging documentation at the office that CPS was visiting these children and all was well until others in the community intervened. As we can only imagine by then it was too late. His sexual assaults and contact on any child or children he had easy access to where enough to keep him satisfied.
It is the loss of children in his care or easy access that would trigger him to start traveling to find children to pray on, even escalating to abduction.
FYI: CPS workers who get caught forging information like that have gone to “jail” in other states.
But Maine has no accountability, nor transparency. In fact, they would keep this on the low-low.
If this is true, they unleashed this SOB onto the public, didn’t bring charges because that would reach the papers. So they saved themselves and reputation and didn’t care about the children, or other children, or the public safety.
Richard Decca's next found a 1 year old and here is the first time in this 57 year old man’s history he gets caught "publically". If the above is true, Maine CPS could have prevented this, yet instead caused it!
Even after he was arrested for sexual contact with a 1 year old, he was released on $300.00 bail when he should have had a leg monitor. Didn’t the D.A. know? Isn’t the D.A. CPS’s attorney?
This brings back memories of the Logan Marr case where the a former Maine CPS worker murdered her in 42 feet of duct tape, with repeated previous abuses, and a mother gagged by the system, yet begging and pleading for help to save her daughter because she knew something was really wrong. And all that time Maine CPS kept pointing the finger at Logan Marr’s mom saying Logan Marr has issues because of her (mom). Maine CPS workers are such liars!! (Anything for a few bucks) Maine CPS hasn’t really changed at all has it? Why? Because we only learned of Logan Marr’s abuse in CPS care because she was murdered and that is what it takes to reach Maine papers.
How many children are being “Severely” abused in Maine CPS care? Most likely many, but unlike other states in America, Maine somehow keeps is suppressed. Hmmm suppression, oppression, censored communication, secrecy, and lies are what Maine CPS is good at. Don’t you think?
I would like to know the CPS, LSW’s name that was involved with the Richard Decca scandal, because if that’s true I would like to file a complaint on her license and have her investigated.
Unfortunately, they most likely handed out promotions for it because that’s what we do here in Maine. We reward corrupt CPS workers with money. What a great incentive to take your child on a suspicion, a false allegation, or a sanctimonious judgment. What an incentive to create a pretend pictures of danger, then they get handed to Richard Decca’s! Predators are always seeking children without protection.
Richard Decca was scheduled for trail. His wife and son were schedule to testify against him. How awesome would that have been! The public would have surely known the truth then. Richard Decca even put hits on his own son and wife. He wanted them murdered to shut them up! Instead while he was on 24 hours suicide watch he committed suicide and the guard couldn’t give him CPR. Then the D.A. got to drop the charges because Richard Decca was “dead” and the truth never able to come to light too the public. Is this a coincidence or a convenience?
I doubt anyone cares Richard Decca is dead, we all know what he was going to do too that little girl, and what he had been doing to other children.
But did he die because of what kind of disgusting man he was or so the D.A. could drop the charges and stop this Maine CPS scandal from reaching the public? Remember the D.A. is Maine CPS’s attorney. I believe it’s the later of the two.
If you know anything about this possible Maine CPS scandal and comfortable coming forward, please do. We think that children abused in Foster care should be herd, and sue the State Of Maine for damages.
We believe if this is true, the CPS worker needs to be held accountable. The State will not help, but we can by getting your stories out! You have the right to be herd, and help stop the corruption of Maine CPS.
We can get your stories out anonymously also. You are safe here.
Stop the silence of Maine CPS abuses! You are stronger than you know! You are a human being that deserves respect!
*On a special note: I would like to point out the two men who saved that little girl in the Wal-Mart parking lot that day are true hereos and Arch Angels.
*I would also like to point out: They were not Maine CPS workers. Maine CPS workers unleashed this SOB onto the public to protect themselves, not the best interest of any child as they claim. Maine CPS workers are not Arch Angels!
http://www.rem1.org/remnet/detail.html?id=453
http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=2457&dat=20061130&id=g788AAAAIBAJ&sjid=Ay4MAAAAIBAJ&pg=4021%2C3598345
http://www.sunjournal.com/node/241582
http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P1-132595987.html
Pat Robertson Shuns Adopted Children of Sexual Abuse
Pat Robertson Shuns Adopted Children of Sexual Abuse
Pat Robertson has long been a mouthpiece for the religious zealots of the United States, as well as those who are dead against abortion in any case -- even in cases of rape and incest. Now the televangelist moron is making comments against children of abuse, warning parents not to adopt them. So what does this mean for those who follow the guy? Well if you're still following this man and his far-out ideals, you're part of the problem.
Pat Robertson has long been a mouthpiece for the religious zealots of the United States, as well as those who are dead against abortion in any case -- even in cases of rape and incest. Now the televangelist moron is making comments against children of abuse, warning parents not to adopt them. So what does this mean for those who follow the guy? Well if you're still following this man and his far-out ideals, you're part of the problem.
Jurist removed in abuse of niece
Jurist removed in abuse of niece
Note: Oh, they're gonna like him in jail...
A Syracuse Family Court judge tried to conceal his admission to a sexual encounter with his 5-year-old deaf niece in 1972.
Note: Oh, they're gonna like him in jail...
A Syracuse Family Court judge tried to conceal his admission to a sexual encounter with his 5-year-old deaf niece in 1972.
Idaho girl whose custody battle played out in state courts reunited with father in Mexico
Idaho girl whose custody battle played out in state courts reunited with father in Mexico
A young girl whose custody case was ultimately decided by the Idaho Supreme Court traveled to Mexico earlier this week to begin living with a father she had never met before.
A young girl whose custody case was ultimately decided by the Idaho Supreme Court traveled to Mexico earlier this week to begin living with a father she had never met before.
Child Abduction: Why British Law Means Parents May Be Powerless To Get Their Children Back
Child Abduction: Why British Law Means Parents May Be Powerless To Get Their Children Back
When Alison Shalaby's seven-year-old daughter was taken to Egypt by her ex-husband, she found it hard to believe that after just one week in the country, her child was now legally considered "an Egyptian".
Feds heading to Spirit Lake: Interior sending special team to review child protection programs
Feds heading to Spirit Lake: Interior sending special team to review child protection programs
The U.S. Department of the Interior will dispatch a “strike team” of senior officials including the director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to the Spirit Lake Nation Monday, according to the department.
The U.S. Department of the Interior will dispatch a “strike team” of senior officials including the director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to the Spirit Lake Nation Monday, according to the department.
Child abuse rises as govt 'abandons' vulnerable kids, union says
Child abuse rises as govt 'abandons' vulnerable kids, union says
THE State has abandoned some of its most vulnerable children because the Department of Child Protection can't keep up with the rapid increase in demand for help, according to case workers and their union.
THE State has abandoned some of its most vulnerable children because the Department of Child Protection can't keep up with the rapid increase in demand for help, according to case workers and their union.
When DCF Comes a-Calling: How to Try to Stay Out of the Fire When You're Already in the Frying Pan
When DCF Comes a-Calling: How to Try to Stay Out of the Fire When You're Already in the Frying Pan
Without the assistance or guidance of an attorney, many parents volunteer information that can later be used against them, without a complete understanding of the consequences some of their statements can have. Parents may also agree to safety plans that can later be used against them in proceedings if they do not comply with every single provision of the plans. Furthermore, parents are sometimes forced to agree to out-of-home placements for their children, usually without a full understanding of their options.
Without the assistance or guidance of an attorney, many parents volunteer information that can later be used against them, without a complete understanding of the consequences some of their statements can have. Parents may also agree to safety plans that can later be used against them in proceedings if they do not comply with every single provision of the plans. Furthermore, parents are sometimes forced to agree to out-of-home placements for their children, usually without a full understanding of their options.
Two Vietnamese Nationals Charged With Falsely Accused NJ Relatives Of Human Trafficking
Two Vietnamese Nationals Charged With Falsely Accused NJ Relatives Of Human Trafficking
A man and a woman from Vietnam who entered the United States on student visas were indicted today for allegedly falsely reporting to authorities that relatives in New Jersey had engaged in human trafficking by forcing them to act as domestic servants and work in nail salons in Mercer County without pay, Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa announced.
Pay raises for some DHHS workers while MaineCare recipients will suffer from cuts
Pay raises for some DHHS workers while MaineCare recipients will suffer from cuts
With the go ahead of Governor Paul Le Page The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DDHS) has given some child protective services caseworkers raises of as much as 9 percent despite a wage freeze for state employees that dates to 2009. According to internal emails, the raises for 135 employees handed out last week were meant to boost morale and reduce turnover. The changes could add more than $400,000 a year to the state budget.
With the go ahead of Governor Paul Le Page The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DDHS) has given some child protective services caseworkers raises of as much as 9 percent despite a wage freeze for state employees that dates to 2009. According to internal emails, the raises for 135 employees handed out last week were meant to boost morale and reduce turnover. The changes could add more than $400,000 a year to the state budget.
Department of Child Services acknowledges problems with hotline, caseworker retention
Department of Child Services acknowledges problems with hotline, caseworker retention
Officials with the Indiana Department of Child Services acknowledged problems Wednesday with the agency's centralized hotline for reporting instances of abuse and neglect and with its ability to retain caseworkers.
Social Worker Claims She Was Fired for Sparking Mariah Carey CPS Investigation
Social Worker Claims She Was Fired for Sparking Mariah Carey CPS Investigation
A social worker claims she was fired by Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center after she refused to "protect the image of a celebrity mother" when she called in a report to the Department of Child and Family Services upon learning that the mom breastfed her premature twins while drinking alcohol and taking medication. The social worker, Mela Ferrer, is suing for wrongful termination, claiming that the hospital feared that her report would deter other celebrities from using their facilities.
SC Supreme Court denies rehearing for Baby Veronica Case
SC Supreme Court denies rehearing for Baby Veronica Case
The South Carolina Supreme Court denied Matt and Melanie Capobianco a request for rehearing in their custody case.
The South Carolina Supreme Court denied Matt and Melanie Capobianco a request for rehearing in their custody case.
Parents deported, what happens to US-born kids?
Parents deported, what happens to US-born kids?
Alexis Molina was just 10 years old when his mother was abruptly cut out of his life and his carefree childhood unraveled overnight.
Union prez: DCF unlikely to win suit
Union prez: DCF unlikely to win suit
Union brass representing the 3,500 workers in the embattled Department of Children and Families say the state doesn’t have much of a chance in its lawsuit against a hard-charging national watchdog group behind a set of scathing reports bashing the agency on everything from unsustainable caseloads to unnerving abuse and neglect.
Father reaches settlement with welfare workers in death of infant son
Father reaches settlement with welfare workers in death of infant son
The father of a 5-month-old boy who was drowned by his mentally ill mother in October 2007 has settled his federal lawsuit against three child welfare workers and their employers, according to online court records.
The father of a 5-month-old boy who was drowned by his mentally ill mother in October 2007 has settled his federal lawsuit against three child welfare workers and their employers, according to online court records.
From an Aunt
The following was submitted via the form. The writer requests to remain anonymous. As always, any advice would be appreciated and can be left in the comments section below.
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My sister had a bit of a rough patch bout a year and a half ago. She was going through post partum depression severely bad to the point that she was on medication for it. She overdosed on heroin and though her son was with her father they didn't take him into protective custody. However, she shoplifted a few items and they took him into protective custody in kenton county ky.
I was told the reason behind this was because he was not wearing socks on his feet under his sleeper. To me that makes no sense because a child does not need socks if he's wearing something over his feet. So anyways they had her doing drug tests over the course of a year and a half at this point. She has taken all of the parenting classes that tell you absolutely nothing. They even banned my nephews father from seeing him because he would not take parenting classes.
She has over come her addiction and post partum depression. So she got him back in april of 2012. Her lawyer said it was fine at that point for him to see his son. So couple months later her caseworker talked to her about closing the case the following week. My sister and her boyfriend took his son my son and my nephew to gatlinburg tn to go to dollywood. They ended up not going to dolly wood but rather visiting several museums and activities other than that. However that is not the point. The week after they returned My sister's boyfriend posted some pictures of the trip to his private listed fb account for his family. And My sister recieved a court summons because her son's father actually spent time with him and gave him an experiance that true he may forget since he is only 3 but it was a fun family vacation. I know my son enjoyed it as did his oldest son. And now it's possible that they may remove my nephew from my sister's care again because of a family vacation.
It appalls me because my 4yr old does not know his father because he is mia and my oldest sons father is as well. I would love for my children to be able to go on a family vacation like that. I would love for their fathers to buy them even a pair of socks. And our state is complaining that my nephew's father took his son on vacation and spent well over 5 grand in the course of 4 days or so. It just sickens me that they want to take this sweet little boy away again.
My sister is doing well for herself new promotion to a supervisory position steady household no addictions unless you count cigarettes. And though we dont know what the outcome is going to be it just appalls me that this is happening. And to top it off the social worker who started this action is NOT my sisters case worker. She has never been associated with the case and we are pretty sure she went to either college or highschool with one of my cousins who's mother had temporary custody of my nephew when this first started. It's just proving to be quite difficult to prove without hiring a private investigator.
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My sister had a bit of a rough patch bout a year and a half ago. She was going through post partum depression severely bad to the point that she was on medication for it. She overdosed on heroin and though her son was with her father they didn't take him into protective custody. However, she shoplifted a few items and they took him into protective custody in kenton county ky.
I was told the reason behind this was because he was not wearing socks on his feet under his sleeper. To me that makes no sense because a child does not need socks if he's wearing something over his feet. So anyways they had her doing drug tests over the course of a year and a half at this point. She has taken all of the parenting classes that tell you absolutely nothing. They even banned my nephews father from seeing him because he would not take parenting classes.
She has over come her addiction and post partum depression. So she got him back in april of 2012. Her lawyer said it was fine at that point for him to see his son. So couple months later her caseworker talked to her about closing the case the following week. My sister and her boyfriend took his son my son and my nephew to gatlinburg tn to go to dollywood. They ended up not going to dolly wood but rather visiting several museums and activities other than that. However that is not the point. The week after they returned My sister's boyfriend posted some pictures of the trip to his private listed fb account for his family. And My sister recieved a court summons because her son's father actually spent time with him and gave him an experiance that true he may forget since he is only 3 but it was a fun family vacation. I know my son enjoyed it as did his oldest son. And now it's possible that they may remove my nephew from my sister's care again because of a family vacation.
It appalls me because my 4yr old does not know his father because he is mia and my oldest sons father is as well. I would love for my children to be able to go on a family vacation like that. I would love for their fathers to buy them even a pair of socks. And our state is complaining that my nephew's father took his son on vacation and spent well over 5 grand in the course of 4 days or so. It just sickens me that they want to take this sweet little boy away again.
My sister is doing well for herself new promotion to a supervisory position steady household no addictions unless you count cigarettes. And though we dont know what the outcome is going to be it just appalls me that this is happening. And to top it off the social worker who started this action is NOT my sisters case worker. She has never been associated with the case and we are pretty sure she went to either college or highschool with one of my cousins who's mother had temporary custody of my nephew when this first started. It's just proving to be quite difficult to prove without hiring a private investigator.
Children’s Rights: Thousands of young lives endangered due to lack of oversight within child welfare agency
Children’s Rights: Thousands of young lives endangered due to lack of oversight within child welfare agency
A massive review of Massachusetts foster care shows that nearly one in five children who have been in state care for at least two years have suffered confirmed abuse or neglect — all while in the custody of the state Department of Children and Families (DCF), according to one of five reports issued by independent child welfare policy experts and released today by national advocacy group Children’s Rights and local counsel.
Friday, August 24, 2012
Foster mother arrested on abuse charges tied to February spankings
Foster mother arrested on abuse charges tied to February spankings
A foster mother was arrested Thursday on allegations that she excessively spanked two girls in her care, records show.
Usher gains sole custody of two children
Usher gains sole custody of two children
An Atlanta judge on Friday awarded R&B singer Usher primary custody of his two sons with ex-wife Tameka Foster Raymond, according to a person with knowledge of the ruling.
N.J. was ready to close case on mom who decapitated son
N.J. was ready to close case on mom who decapitated son
Child protection workers were preparing to close their case on a Camden mother reunited with her son when, on Wednesday, the woman decapitated the boy and then committed suicide, according to a state news release issued Friday.
Child protection workers were preparing to close their case on a Camden mother reunited with her son when, on Wednesday, the woman decapitated the boy and then committed suicide, according to a state news release issued Friday.
A child's life lost amid too many cases at CPS
A child's life lost amid too many cases at CPS
From all accounts, Julia Martinez, a Houston girl born with a heart defect, could have died even without the intervention of Texas Child Protective Services.
Tulsa Foster Mother Charged With Felony Child Abuse
Tulsa Foster Mother Charged With Felony Child Abuse
A Tulsa foster mother is facing felony child abuse charges after an elementary school nurse reported injuries declared "consistent with excessive punishment or abuse."
A Tulsa foster mother is facing felony child abuse charges after an elementary school nurse reported injuries declared "consistent with excessive punishment or abuse."
Advocacy group submits scathing review of state’s foster care system
Advocacy group submits scathing review of state’s foster care system
A children’s advocacy group has issued a series of scathing reports on Massachusetts’ foster care system, contending that nearly one in five children in state custody for at least two years has suffered abuse or neglect.
A children’s advocacy group has issued a series of scathing reports on Massachusetts’ foster care system, contending that nearly one in five children in state custody for at least two years has suffered abuse or neglect.
'Toddlers & Tiaras' moms worried child beauty pageants can be used against them in custody cases
'Toddlers & Tiaras' moms worried child beauty pageants can be used against them in custody cases
Pageant moms across the country are closely watching the bitter custody battle taking place in Campbell County, Kentucky, as the issue of the sexualization of young girls in beauty pageants, and on the popular TLC show "Toddlers & Tiaras," takes center stage.
Irvington man charged with hitting foster child in head with frying pan
Irvington man charged with hitting foster child in head with frying pan
An Irvington man has been arrested after smashing a frying pan over his 15-year-old foster daughter’s head earlier this month, police said.
An Irvington man has been arrested after smashing a frying pan over his 15-year-old foster daughter’s head earlier this month, police said.
Foster Care Class-Action Lawsuit
Foster Care Class-Action Lawsuit
Is the foster care system in Massachusetts broken? A child welfare advocacy group says yes – profoundly broken.
Is the foster care system in Massachusetts broken? A child welfare advocacy group says yes – profoundly broken.
Infants drugged to their eyeballs: inquiry
Infants drugged to their eyeballs: inquiry
Foster children as young as 12 months are being "drugged to their eyeballs" in Queensland to control their behaviour, an inquiry has been told.
Accused foster mother using baby burping as defense
Accused foster mother using baby burping as defense
A foster mother is using baby burping as her defense in a child murder case in Fresno that could send her to prison.
A foster mother is using baby burping as her defense in a child murder case in Fresno that could send her to prison.
Georgetown man arrested for molesting foster child
Georgetown man arrested for molesting foster child
The Georgetown Police have arrested 48-year-old man for allegedly abusing a foster child in his care.
The Georgetown Police have arrested 48-year-old man for allegedly abusing a foster child in his care.
St. Joseph police searching for child abducted by mother
St. Joseph police searching for child abducted by mother
The St. Joseph, Mich., police are searching for a girl who was abducted by her own mother.
The St. Joseph, Mich., police are searching for a girl who was abducted by her own mother.
Fresno foster mom faces trial in 1-month-old’s death
Fresno foster mom faces trial in 1-month-old’s death
Hours of sometimes graphic testimony were enough to convince a judge Thursday that Fresno resident Jovannee Reynolds should stand trial for killing her foster daughter.
Reynolds, 25, is accused of shaking 1-month-old Mikayla Tabin to death in September 2010.
Advocate for children questions handling of case after decapitation, suicide
Advocate for children questions handling of case after decapitation, suicide
An advocate for children said her organization would petition state records to review how child protection workers monitored a Camden mother who decapitated her son Wednesday before committing suicide.
An advocate for children said her organization would petition state records to review how child protection workers monitored a Camden mother who decapitated her son Wednesday before committing suicide.
Slow-moving prostitution case has lots of people squirming
Slow-moving prostitution case has lots of people squirming
Portland attorney Dan Lilley's phone is ringing off the hook these days. So is fellow Portland barrister Sarah Churchill's.
Note: I wonder if any of these lawyers worked for CPS as GAL's?
Portland attorney Dan Lilley's phone is ringing off the hook these days. So is fellow Portland barrister Sarah Churchill's.
Note: I wonder if any of these lawyers worked for CPS as GAL's?
Drinking A-List Mom Had to Be Reported, Fired Social Worker Says
Drinking A-List Mom Had to Be Reported, Fired Social Worker Says
After learning that a celebrity mom breastfed her premature twins while drinking alcohol and taking medication, a social worker cried foul and lost her job, she claims in court.
From A Grandmother
The following was submitted to the new form. The person asked to keep her name private, and that request will always be respected. No exceptions. Any advice would be appreciated and can be left in the comment section.
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I truly hope you will help us. My daughter, had two boys, one 7 and one 4. She wasn't a good mom abusive, druggie. Children's Services in Reno, NV took them from her. My other daughter, went through all the processes required to take the boys into her home in Oregon. Every thing was going fine, the boys were happy. Until they got a new case worker and my daughter got pregnant. For some reason made life very hard for her & the father of the new baby. Yet he is always there for her and He went through the classes they requested. The worker said he didn't finish the classes. He has the certificate, no one has checked. They functioned as a family, went fishing, to the fair, crabbing, camping, but this case worker has made it sound like the boys are being abused. She would misconstrue what the boys would say and only ask negative questions. She got them taken away from my daughter. Neither NV or OR followed up on these accusations. Now they are going to strangers in Reno.
No one has talked to anybody in OR, (a town where you can throw a rock from one end to the other) where my daughter and the boys lived. No one has talked to the boys teachers, friends, even the state appointed councilor about these accusations. The parents of the boyfriend, sent Reno a letter and told them he had a job and was living with them (per OR request) and they ignored it. Lots of friends called OR and NV telling them how the boys have flourished since living there. Reno has chosen to ignore these too. Please help us.
Now the boys are back in Reno and they said that my daughter can't have them back, these boys are crying for their Mom. This to me is child abuse. The boys want to go home, they want to see their baby sister. Now they are saying they will take away my Grandma rights because I'm fighting them on this. Please, please help us.
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Foster child fighting cancer has a final wish
Fifteen year old Quinnasha Henderson is battling a childhood bone cancer. Thursday, she called 24-hour news 8 with the final wishes she hopes the Department of Child services honors.
I-Team: List of Abuses Hammers Department of Family Services
I-Team: List of Abuses Hammers Department of Family Services
Police and prosecutors charged with investigating child abuse and neglect say the Clark County Department of Family Services isn't doing enough to protect kids.
Note: Here's the list. http://www2.8newsnow.com/docs/da_list.pdf
Former Family Court judge Bryan Hedges denies child sex allegations
Former Family Court judge Bryan Hedges denies child sex allegations
Former Family Court judge Bryan R. Hedges released a statement denying accusations that he sexually abused his 5-year-old niece 40 years ago.
Note: That's what they all say, eh Judge?
Former Family Court judge Bryan R. Hedges released a statement denying accusations that he sexually abused his 5-year-old niece 40 years ago.
Note: That's what they all say, eh Judge?
Anonymous Family Army 2012 Social Services Expect Us!
WE ARE ANONYMOUS FAMILY ARMY. WE ARE HERE TO EXPOSE THE CORRUPTION OF THE SECRET FAMILY COURTS. WE SEEK JUSTICE, FOR THOUSANDS OF CHILDREN, STOLEN AND SOLD BY THE SS EVERY YEAR.
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Dear Annonymous
Social workers in the USA steal kids too.
Love
LK
Living with foster parents since she was 36 hours old, two-year-old could soon be forced to leave only family she knows
Living with foster parents since she was 36 hours old, two-year-old could soon be forced to leave only family she knows
Note: It wouldn't bother them to snatch her from her real parents at that age though.
A LITTLE girl cherished by her "mum and dad" has been ordered to leave the only family she knows and live with strangers.
Note: Those strangers are only strangers because Australian CPS Agents made it that way.
Note: It wouldn't bother them to snatch her from her real parents at that age though.
A LITTLE girl cherished by her "mum and dad" has been ordered to leave the only family she knows and live with strangers.
Note: Those strangers are only strangers because Australian CPS Agents made it that way.
Councils urged to replace social workers with non-qualified staff
Councils urged to replace social workers with non-qualified staff
Money can be saved without hurting quality if councils with high spending on assessments and reviews used more non-professionally qualified staff instead of social workers, says Audit Commission.
Money can be saved without hurting quality if councils with high spending on assessments and reviews used more non-professionally qualified staff instead of social workers, says Audit Commission.
NJ agency in spotlight after deaths of mom, boy
NJ agency in spotlight after deaths of mom, boy
New Jersey's child-welfare agency, long under federal oversight for high-profile lapses, said it will review its role in the case of a mother who decapitated her 2-year-old son and killed herself just five months after regaining custody of the child.
New Jersey's child-welfare agency, long under federal oversight for high-profile lapses, said it will review its role in the case of a mother who decapitated her 2-year-old son and killed herself just five months after regaining custody of the child.
Foster parents fight to keep caring for son
Foster parents fight to keep caring for son
Two Saskatchewan foster parents have launched a Facebook campaign as a last effort in their fight to keep caring for a young man they've raised for the last 15 years.
Two Saskatchewan foster parents have launched a Facebook campaign as a last effort in their fight to keep caring for a young man they've raised for the last 15 years.
Investigators probe Ohio foster home where 2-year-old child was allegedly beaten
Investigators probe Ohio foster home where 2-year-old child was allegedly beaten
Ohio child welfare investigators are trying to figure out if someone made a mistake by allowing a 2-year-old child to stay in a foster home where he was allegedly beaten severely.
Ohio child welfare investigators are trying to figure out if someone made a mistake by allowing a 2-year-old child to stay in a foster home where he was allegedly beaten severely.
WA toddler dies after foster care injuries
WA toddler dies after foster care injuries
TWO inquiries will be conducted into the death of a 20-month-old girl who suffered serious head injuries while in foster care in Western Australia's Goldfields region.
WA toddler dies after foster care injuries
TWO inquiries will be conducted into the death of a 20-month-old girl who suffered serious head injuries while in foster care in Western Australia's Goldfields region.
WA toddler dies after foster care injuries
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Aging out of the system a big challenge for Utah's foster kids
Aging out of the system a big challenge for Utah's foster kids
Nikki Strieby is signing up for college. She recently aged out of the foster care program.
Nikki Strieby is signing up for college. She recently aged out of the foster care program.
Child Porn, Coke Smuggling: Hundreds of DHS (Dept. Homeland Security) Employees Arrested Last Year
Child Porn, Coke Smuggling: Hundreds of DHS Employees Arrested Last Year
Border Patrol agents smuggling weed and coke. Immigration agents forging documents and robbing drug dealers. TSA employees caught with child porn. Those are just a few of the crimes perpetrated by Department of Homeland Security employees in just the past year.
DCF ends West Palm Beach foster care contract
DCF ends West Palm Beach foster care contract
State child welfare officials have abruptly ended their contract with a nonprofit agency that handles foster care in West Palm Beach.
Falmouth schools adopt new policies on use of physical restraint
Falmouth schools adopt new policies on use of physical restraint
The School Board prepared for the start of the school year at a meeting Tuesday night.
Note: Warning to parents of Special Needs Kids in Maine's Public School System. Complaining about the use of restraints on your child in school's in Maine will get you reported to Child Protective Services!
DCS official denies claim that ex-subordinate wrote school papers for her
DCS official denies claim that ex-subordinate wrote school papers for her
The allegation is serious. If true, it would constitute an “egregious” ethical violation.
The allegation is serious. If true, it would constitute an “egregious” ethical violation.
Some judges, police call Department of Child Services child abuse hotline 'frustrating,' 'inefficient'
Some judges, police call Department of Child Services child abuse hotline 'frustrating,' 'inefficient'
Department of Child Services officials call the agency's child abuse hotline a "model for other states," "one of the most up-to-date and effective" in the nation.
Department of Child Services officials call the agency's child abuse hotline a "model for other states," "one of the most up-to-date and effective" in the nation.
Ex-policeman pleads guilty to child abuse of three adopted sons - and he will be out of jail in a YEAR
Ex-policeman pleads guilty to child abuse of three adopted sons - and he will be out of jail in a YEAR
A former police sergeant accused of molesting the children he adopted, has struck a bargain with prosecutors that will allow him to go free from jail in just a year.
A former police sergeant accused of molesting the children he adopted, has struck a bargain with prosecutors that will allow him to go free from jail in just a year.
Spared jail: Child-porn pervert from Hyde who was Scout leader, foster dad and social worker
See how they take care of their own?
Spared jail: Child-porn pervert from Hyde who was Scout leader, foster dad and social worker
A social worker who was also a foster parent and Scout leader has been shamed after his sick collection of child abuse images was discovered.
Aboriginal health conference hears kids in foster care get moved up to 30 times
Aboriginal health conference hears kids in foster care get moved up to 30 times
A researcher has told a conference on aboriginal health that it's unethical for a child in foster care to be moved up to 30 times.
Child Welfare Court-Ordered Reforms – A Best Practice?
Child Welfare Court-Ordered Reforms – A Best Practice?
The role of courts in demanding change from the child welfare system is not a new one. However, in the paper “Court-Based Child Welfare Reforms: Improved Child/Family Outcomes and Potential Cost Savings,” Liz Thornton, a Staff Attorney for the American Bar Association’s Center on Children and the Law, finds evidence that such reforms have resulted in both lower fiscal costs and improved child welfare outcomes.
Parents of children found living on bus gain more visitation time
Parents of children found living on bus gain more visitation time
A Child Protective Services hearing was held Tuesday for the two children who were found last March living in a bus in Montgomery County.
A Child Protective Services hearing was held Tuesday for the two children who were found last March living in a bus in Montgomery County.
I have started my first Petition on Change.org
Governor Paul LePage and Maine's Department of Health and Human Services: Block raises for Maine's DHHS Child Protective Caseworkers
On August 20th 2012, Governor Paul LePage approved raises for Maine's DHHS child protective caseworkers. All other state workers remain under a pay freeze that started in 2009.
Maine's Child Protective Workers are corrupt, cruel and unjust. They operate behind extreme confidentiality laws, and lie to the people of Maine about what they do. They cover-up abuse that takes place in the foster care system, and over-medicate foster kids on dangerous psychotropic drugs to keep them quiet while this is happening.
Also, this raise is given to a single group of state workers while Governor LePage obsessively cuts benefits to the poor while giving tax breaks to the rich. These cuts include 23,000 poor, elderly and disabled Mainers loosing health insurance through the states health care programs as well as cuts to general assistance programs for the poor and homeless.
Cuts to MaineCare will also eliminate the funding for Family Preservation services so that the children involved with child welfare in Maine will no longer be able to remain safely in their homes, and will instead increase foster care numbers.
By Yvonne
Thanks to Yvonne for submitting her story. If anybody can offer some direction, please do so in the comments section below.
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I don't even know where to start concerning children services. I had temporary custody of my then 4yr old grandson and his 4 month old sister due to their mother not following court ordered rules and leaving her drug rehab center. This was the second time that the kids were taken from her.
Let me start from the beginning, in february the mother gave birth to another child on a friday, on Sunday I get a call from the mom saying dfs was there to take the kids because she tested positive for drugs in her system, her mom was there with her but couldn't have the kids because of a hotline call on her years ago that was never substantiated, so I talk to the caseworker while I'm trying to get to my son's house (he my grandson's dad) to help him get his apartment clean for an inspection by the caseworker since he'll have temporary custody of his son and I'll be taking a 3 day old baby home with me, well the caseworker asks a few questions about my background and then tells me to head to the hospital to pick up the baby because they were being discharged that day, now the mom was still allowed supervised visitation with the children ( i couldn't let her out of my sight while she was with her children).
To the chagrin of me and my son: In march they give her back custody of the children (there were so many other issues besides the drugs that made her an unfit mother), but the caseworkers felt since she was following all her court ordered requirements to regain custody they really had no reason to keep the kids from her.
Fast forward to May and I get a call to be ready to take the kids again, but this time I have both children because the judge deemed paternity needed to established for both fathers before they could have visitation, now paternity tests were suppose to have been ordered back in march and here it is May and guess what no paternity tests have been ordered yet," why you ask what takes so long to get the tests ordered?"
well if they can keep one caseworker on the case long enough to get things done and stop playing merrygoround with the caseworkers, maybe something could get done, in the 4 months that we had to deal with this issue, there has been 3 different caseworkers.
Back to my story, so May 3rd I picked the kids up with the social worker at the in patient rehab center the mother has been staying (did i mention that the kids were allowed to stay there with her while she went through rehab classes), the mother has no ideal we're coming to get the kids until we get there (they like for the other moms to see social services come and remove children from their mothers to drive a point home).
I feel bad for the mom but she knows the kids will be taken care of by me. I have the kids and she's allowed a couple of visits with the children, the baby can spend the night but the 4yr old cannot, things are going find for a couple of weeks until the mother decides she can't take the rehab center anymore and walks away, of course she backslides and proceeds to tell the court the truth, so she's ordered back to rehab but she won't go, so now her visitations are revoked.
In June is when all hell breaks loose, I get a call from the caseworker that there was a report that the mom was seen with the baby girl, I say no, the baby is here with me, well she was seen pushing a stroller and I say what does that have to do with anything," do you have any ideal how many friends this girl has, that could of been anybody's baby", so unless whoever made the report that they actually saw the baby, then they're wrong", she says okay, then 3 weeks later I get another call stating the same thing, but this time she won't give me any info as to what the complaint stated, just told me they were coming to pick the kids up and I would have to address the issue at the next court date.
By this time I'm so angry I can't see straight, how dare they paint me guilty without even investigating the claim, they just went by hearsay and came and snatched the kids. Me and my son go to court 2 weeks later. of course the mother didn't show, so the judge addresses us and my son states he's the father of one of the children, the judge states she doesn't have any info on him, how the hell is that possible? he was given temp custody in Feb. and she asked about him a few times in court when he couldn't attend and I even told the judge his job was not conducive to giving him time off to attend court (he wasn't required to attend, this was drug court for the mom), but now all of a sudden you don't have any info on him! what kind of micky mouse court are they running?
So she tells him until paternity is established he can't have any visits with his son and tells the caseworker to put in the request for the test, hmmm you mean the same paternity test that should have been completed by now considering it's now June and this has been ongoing since Feb.
We leave the court room and I asked the caseworker what about me? I THOUGHT I would get to plead my case against the false allegation, the caseworker proceeds to tell me that the judge says I have to become a foster parent to get the kids back, SAY WHAT? I have to be a foster parent to get my own grandchild back in my custody and then she states that means I'll have to get my own place (I'm staying with a friend a the moment), now I'm contemplating all this in my head and I asked her how did they come to that consensus and she says that's just what the judge ordered, so I asked her can I see some court ordered paperwork stating that requirement and she says she doesn't have any paperwork stating that, well I asked if its court ordered should there be something in writing and she just stands there looking lost, so I say I'm going back upstairs and ask the judge myself and she says okay, well we have to go back through security and she doesn't and I watch her high tail it up the stairs before me, by the time we make it upstairs she's out of breathe and states the judge is in a meeting and the judge said she didn't have to put it in writing, so I tell her she's lying and I walk off before I punch her in the face and ruin any chance of getting the kids back.
I didn't make the last court date because I can't trust my anger with this caseworker and again the mother didn't show, I do believe she doesn't care to get her kids back, but I do.My son finally got the paternity test done on Aug.15th so now we just wait for the results and see what happens. In the meantime I'm just worried about my grandson and what this has done to his mental state, it was bad enough when he kept asking to see his mom and he had me, but now he's with total strangers, tell me how that's helpful to him in any way.
I could go on, but I feel my anger boiling up again. If there's anyone who can offer any kind of advice it would be greatly appreciated.
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I don't even know where to start concerning children services. I had temporary custody of my then 4yr old grandson and his 4 month old sister due to their mother not following court ordered rules and leaving her drug rehab center. This was the second time that the kids were taken from her.
Let me start from the beginning, in february the mother gave birth to another child on a friday, on Sunday I get a call from the mom saying dfs was there to take the kids because she tested positive for drugs in her system, her mom was there with her but couldn't have the kids because of a hotline call on her years ago that was never substantiated, so I talk to the caseworker while I'm trying to get to my son's house (he my grandson's dad) to help him get his apartment clean for an inspection by the caseworker since he'll have temporary custody of his son and I'll be taking a 3 day old baby home with me, well the caseworker asks a few questions about my background and then tells me to head to the hospital to pick up the baby because they were being discharged that day, now the mom was still allowed supervised visitation with the children ( i couldn't let her out of my sight while she was with her children).
To the chagrin of me and my son: In march they give her back custody of the children (there were so many other issues besides the drugs that made her an unfit mother), but the caseworkers felt since she was following all her court ordered requirements to regain custody they really had no reason to keep the kids from her.
Fast forward to May and I get a call to be ready to take the kids again, but this time I have both children because the judge deemed paternity needed to established for both fathers before they could have visitation, now paternity tests were suppose to have been ordered back in march and here it is May and guess what no paternity tests have been ordered yet," why you ask what takes so long to get the tests ordered?"
well if they can keep one caseworker on the case long enough to get things done and stop playing merrygoround with the caseworkers, maybe something could get done, in the 4 months that we had to deal with this issue, there has been 3 different caseworkers.
Back to my story, so May 3rd I picked the kids up with the social worker at the in patient rehab center the mother has been staying (did i mention that the kids were allowed to stay there with her while she went through rehab classes), the mother has no ideal we're coming to get the kids until we get there (they like for the other moms to see social services come and remove children from their mothers to drive a point home).
I feel bad for the mom but she knows the kids will be taken care of by me. I have the kids and she's allowed a couple of visits with the children, the baby can spend the night but the 4yr old cannot, things are going find for a couple of weeks until the mother decides she can't take the rehab center anymore and walks away, of course she backslides and proceeds to tell the court the truth, so she's ordered back to rehab but she won't go, so now her visitations are revoked.
In June is when all hell breaks loose, I get a call from the caseworker that there was a report that the mom was seen with the baby girl, I say no, the baby is here with me, well she was seen pushing a stroller and I say what does that have to do with anything," do you have any ideal how many friends this girl has, that could of been anybody's baby", so unless whoever made the report that they actually saw the baby, then they're wrong", she says okay, then 3 weeks later I get another call stating the same thing, but this time she won't give me any info as to what the complaint stated, just told me they were coming to pick the kids up and I would have to address the issue at the next court date.
By this time I'm so angry I can't see straight, how dare they paint me guilty without even investigating the claim, they just went by hearsay and came and snatched the kids. Me and my son go to court 2 weeks later. of course the mother didn't show, so the judge addresses us and my son states he's the father of one of the children, the judge states she doesn't have any info on him, how the hell is that possible? he was given temp custody in Feb. and she asked about him a few times in court when he couldn't attend and I even told the judge his job was not conducive to giving him time off to attend court (he wasn't required to attend, this was drug court for the mom), but now all of a sudden you don't have any info on him! what kind of micky mouse court are they running?
So she tells him until paternity is established he can't have any visits with his son and tells the caseworker to put in the request for the test, hmmm you mean the same paternity test that should have been completed by now considering it's now June and this has been ongoing since Feb.
We leave the court room and I asked the caseworker what about me? I THOUGHT I would get to plead my case against the false allegation, the caseworker proceeds to tell me that the judge says I have to become a foster parent to get the kids back, SAY WHAT? I have to be a foster parent to get my own grandchild back in my custody and then she states that means I'll have to get my own place (I'm staying with a friend a the moment), now I'm contemplating all this in my head and I asked her how did they come to that consensus and she says that's just what the judge ordered, so I asked her can I see some court ordered paperwork stating that requirement and she says she doesn't have any paperwork stating that, well I asked if its court ordered should there be something in writing and she just stands there looking lost, so I say I'm going back upstairs and ask the judge myself and she says okay, well we have to go back through security and she doesn't and I watch her high tail it up the stairs before me, by the time we make it upstairs she's out of breathe and states the judge is in a meeting and the judge said she didn't have to put it in writing, so I tell her she's lying and I walk off before I punch her in the face and ruin any chance of getting the kids back.
I didn't make the last court date because I can't trust my anger with this caseworker and again the mother didn't show, I do believe she doesn't care to get her kids back, but I do.My son finally got the paternity test done on Aug.15th so now we just wait for the results and see what happens. In the meantime I'm just worried about my grandson and what this has done to his mental state, it was bad enough when he kept asking to see his mom and he had me, but now he's with total strangers, tell me how that's helpful to him in any way.
I could go on, but I feel my anger boiling up again. If there's anyone who can offer any kind of advice it would be greatly appreciated.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Terrible Social Worker (Stand Up Comedy)
Vanessa Graddick hates kids, which she says made her the worst social worker.
Sharing Child Custody is Pain for Majority of Women
Sharing Child Custody is Pain for Majority of Women
A child is put in the shared custody of divorced parents to make sure there are fewer conflicts. However, if the couple is not able to stay in good terms, the situation may worsen.
Note: That really sucks ladies, but too bad.
Researcher: Sask. foster care system 'unethical'
Researcher: Sask. foster care system 'unethical'
It is assumed that when a child is placed in foster care, they are being taken away from harm and no longer at risk.
Can cameras protect special-needs kids from abuse?
Can cameras protect special-needs kids from abuse?
In a world where every child needs protection, Hailey Penny will always need more than most.
In a world where every child needs protection, Hailey Penny will always need more than most.
Teen sentenced to more time in group home death
Teen sentenced to more time in group home death
A teen convicted of involuntary manslaughter in a fellow group home resident’s beating death in southwest Ohio will have to serve nearly two more months in jail.
Ex-principal to plead not guilty in child abuse case
Ex-principal to plead not guilty in child abuse case
A lawyer for a former Kell High School principal says his client will plead not guilty to a charge of failing to properly report child abuse.
A lawyer for a former Kell High School principal says his client will plead not guilty to a charge of failing to properly report child abuse.
Former Aloha foster parent serving prison sentence charged with new sex crimes
Former Aloha foster parent serving prison sentence charged with new sex crimes
A man serving a five-year prison sentence for sex crimes has been accused of sexually abusing four girls while they were staying at his Aloha foster home several years ago, the Washington County Sheriff's Office reported. And detectives believe there could be more victims.
Forced Adoptions: Why an apology is not enough
Forced Adoptions: Why an apology is not enough
Tens of thousands of victims of illegal but state-sanctioned forced adoptions are gradually hearing apologies from Australian governments...
Tens of thousands of victims of illegal but state-sanctioned forced adoptions are gradually hearing apologies from Australian governments...
Democrats question raises for DHHS workers
Democrats question raises for DHHS workers
Democratic lawmakers are questioning raises granted by the Department of Health and Human Services to caseworkers in its child welfare division. They wonder why the DHHS workers will get raises, while other state employees continue to work under a pay freeze.
Democratic lawmakers are questioning raises granted by the Department of Health and Human Services to caseworkers in its child welfare division. They wonder why the DHHS workers will get raises, while other state employees continue to work under a pay freeze.
Florida turns down $4.9 million from federal government designed to strengthen parenting
Florida turns down $4.9 million from federal government designed to strengthen parenting
Note: It must be more profitable destroying families and selling kids.
Kimberly Dudley says she is grateful for the agency Healthy Start, which sent an educator into her home to help her get off drugs and prevent her kids from being shipped to foster care.
How immigration enforcement impacts children & families
How immigration enforcement impacts children & families
What happens to children when their parents are deported? How do these deportations, now more numerous than ever, affect families and the communities in which they live? This report (see sidebar) looks at how immigration enforcement shapes family life in the United States, both among immigrant and mixed-status families, and in their wider communities.
What happens to children when their parents are deported? How do these deportations, now more numerous than ever, affect families and the communities in which they live? This report (see sidebar) looks at how immigration enforcement shapes family life in the United States, both among immigrant and mixed-status families, and in their wider communities.
Privatization fails: Nebraska tries again to reform child welfare
Privatization fails: Nebraska tries again to reform child welfare
Our coverage investigates current juvenile justice policies — many of them controversial — and closely examines the burgeoning debate over proposed new approaches to handling young people at risk.
Our coverage investigates current juvenile justice policies — many of them controversial — and closely examines the burgeoning debate over proposed new approaches to handling young people at risk.
State's DCF removes child protective investigation function away from Sheriff's Office
State's DCF removes child protective investigation function away from Sheriff's Office
The state's Department of Children and Families (DCF) has taken child protective investigations away from the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.
Child protection staff walk off job
Child protection staff walk off job
ST MARYS child protection case workers walked off the job on Tuesday over staffing shortages.
ST MARYS child protection case workers walked off the job on Tuesday over staffing shortages.
Monday, August 20, 2012
LePage adminstration approves raises for DHHS caseworkers
LePage adminstration approves raises for DHHS caseworkers
Pay increases were requested by DHHS to boost morale and reverse high turnover rate, according to emails leaked by state employees' union.
Pay increases were requested by DHHS to boost morale and reverse high turnover rate, according to emails leaked by state employees' union.
Note: As a reminder, Maine's CPS Agents are frauds, liars and not worth a piss hole in the snow.
Custody at Risk After 'Toddlers & Tiaras' Star Wears Controversial Outfit
Custody at Risk After 'Toddlers & Tiaras' Star Wears Controversial Outfit
The woman who dressed her young daughter as Dolly Parton - complete with a padded bra and sculpting underwear - for a child beauty pageant that aired on TLC's "Toddlers & Tiaras" could lose custody of the girl after her estranged husband claimed she sexually exploited their daughter by allowing her to dress so provocatively.
The woman who dressed her young daughter as Dolly Parton - complete with a padded bra and sculpting underwear - for a child beauty pageant that aired on TLC's "Toddlers & Tiaras" could lose custody of the girl after her estranged husband claimed she sexually exploited their daughter by allowing her to dress so provocatively.
Beaverton foster parent faces new allegations
Beaverton foster parent faces new allegations
New charges have been filed against an Oregon foster parent who was convicted of sex abuse.
New charges have been filed against an Oregon foster parent who was convicted of sex abuse.
Dad gives up custody battle over daughters
Dad gives up custody battle over daughters
An Italian father caught up in an international custody battle for his four daughters living in Queensland has apparently given up hope of winning his legal fight.
An Italian father caught up in an international custody battle for his four daughters living in Queensland has apparently given up hope of winning his legal fight.
Lawyers across US urged to give more free services
Lawyers across US urged to give more free services
Jennifer Garcia stood alone before a judge with a stack of legal papers in her hands, answering questions about her personal life.
The Government has commissioned an urgent audit of changes to the Family Court in Auckland, following criticism from lawyers.
The Government has commissioned an urgent audit of changes to the Family Court in Auckland, following criticism from lawyers.
The law fraternity says the transfer of files from six courts to two central hubs in February has caused errors and delays.
Child care costs exceed rent in most states
Child care costs exceed rent in most states
While the experience of raising a child may be priceless, the cost to provide care for them is getting to be more than most parents can afford.
Note: And they are spies for CPS too.
Accreditation warning given to Penn State on child abuse scandal; officials express confidence
Accreditation warning given to Penn State on child abuse scandal; officials express confidence
An accrediting organization has told Penn State that its status is "in jeopardy" based on recent developments in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal.
Foster care children drugged - inquiry
Foster care children drugged - inquiry
Foster children as young as 12 months are being "drugged to their eyeballs" in Queensland to control their behaviour, an inquiry has been told.
False complaints of child abuse tie up government resources, Child Protection Inquiry hears
False complaints of child abuse tie up government resources, Child Protection Inquiry hears
WARRING spouses in divorce proceedings who make false allegations about their their partner abusing children should have their names formally recorded, the Child Protection Inquiry has heard.
Questions raised over state visits to hurt toddler
Questions raised over state visits to hurt toddler
The State Government has refused to comment on the circumstances surrounding an assault on a toddler in state care.
The State Government has refused to comment on the circumstances surrounding an assault on a toddler in state care.
For Romania's Orphans, Adoption Is Still A Rarity
For Romania's Orphans, Adoption Is Still A Rarity
The 1989 overthrow and execution of Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceausescu provided the first glimpse of a country that had been mostly closed to the outside world — and many of the scenes were appalling.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Probe into injured foster toddler
Probe into injured foster toddler
WESTERN Australia's opposition is demanding answers on how a 20-month-old-girl in state care suffered critical injuries that have left her on life support.
WESTERN Australia's opposition is demanding answers on how a 20-month-old-girl in state care suffered critical injuries that have left her on life support.
Ex-drug addict now helps reunite families
Ex-drug addict now helps reunite families
No matter what they've done, no matter what they've been through, troubled young parents can't shock JoAnna Davis.
No matter what they've done, no matter what they've been through, troubled young parents can't shock JoAnna Davis.
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Speaking Out: False Abuse and Neglect Report & CPS (Child Protective Services) Corruption
I was reported to CPS by a trusted neighbor because my daughter played on her trampoline everyday, she ASSUMED something was wrong at home because my daughter loved her trampoline, she also exaggerated and told CPS that my daughters clothes were too small, they were clean but too small, my daughters shoes were too big, told them my daughter would come to her house hungry, and they weren't going to school. Most of my subscribers know that I was homeschooling my children for a while and CPS knew about this, so the CPS worker knew it was a frivolous report. My family was lucky! CPS has been known to take children out of the home for no reason at all depending on how the worker feels.
Former foster parent sentenced for sexual assaults
Former foster parent sentenced for sexual assaults
A former foster parent in Prince Edward County has been sentenced to prison.
Protestors say DSS kidnapped their kids
Protestors say DSS kidnapped their kids
Mary and John Shinagis got fed up with the system, so Friday they took it to the street.
Note: I had to steal the picture because it says Legally Kidnapped on one of the signs.
Mary and John Shinagis got fed up with the system, so Friday they took it to the street.
Note: I had to steal the picture because it says Legally Kidnapped on one of the signs.
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More kids being adopted from Fla. foster care
More than 3,000 children were adopted from Florida foster care last year. That's an eight percent increase from the previous year.
More than 3,000 children were adopted from Florida foster care last year. That's an eight percent increase from the previous year.
Fresno hearing delayed in death of foster child
Fresno hearing delayed in death of foster child
A preliminary court hearing for Jovannee Reynolds, the Fresno woman accused of killing her 1-month-old foster child, was postponed from Friday to next week.
Court orders children’s home to free three girls
Court orders children’s home to free three girls
A Nanyuki court has ordered a children’s home in Isiolo to release three girls in its custody to their parents. Senior resident magistrate Caroline Obara yesterday ordered the Isiolo Children’s Home to release Naipari Latono, 8, Naiswaku Lekurtut, 9, andDaali Lewarani, 9, to their parents.
A Nanyuki court has ordered a children’s home in Isiolo to release three girls in its custody to their parents. Senior resident magistrate Caroline Obara yesterday ordered the Isiolo Children’s Home to release Naipari Latono, 8, Naiswaku Lekurtut, 9, andDaali Lewarani, 9, to their parents.
Event we need child protection teachers police mps councillors foster carers father and mother groups charity officials
Andrew Peacher 01754 228 273
Event we need child protection teachers police mps councillors foster carers father and mother groups charity officials
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=0I3oBf4uIyc
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/comment/columnists/christopherbooker/5743419/Is-the-state-guilty-of-child-kidnap.html
Are you Social Worker, A Doctor, A Teacher, A Mental Health Professional, A Health Visitor, A Journalist, a Cafcass Officer, A Parent, A Care Leaver, A Foster Carer, An Adoptive Parent or looking to Foster or adopt. Involved by working with Children in need, on the Child Protection register or Children in Care - Yes well then we want you and need you to come to our Event.
This is your Opportunity to be heard and understood at the Biggest and Best Conference happening in the UK this year in Relation to Families involved in the Care System.
What: The Child Protection and Future of the Family Conference
Where: Suncastle, Skegness, Lincolnshire
When: Wednesday 12th September 2012 9am – 6pm
Thursday 13th September 2012 9am – 2pm
Confirm you place by emailing andrewpeacher@talktalk.net where you can also request links to Hotels, B&B and transport options. The actual Conference is free all you pay for is your accommodation, food and drink and we will also be having workshops running. Come along and see what different areas are trying to do to change the system.
We need people from all areas to attend so that we can all work together and find a better way forward for the future, we need to raise awareness and understanding and a better working relationship for all. WE NEED YOU.
What do we want to Achieve?
* A better understanding and the procedures and help available for Children on the at needs and protection register
* A better support Network for Parents that find themselves in the system and what they need to do and how to be better parents and how to work well with the professionals and stay calm.
* Support and Advice for Children that want to return home no matter what their age if it’s at all possible and how the family can get the correct support.
*We need to hear and discuss both sides of the arguments for children in care, but ultimately we need to find a way to keep families together and Care and Adoption be a last resort unless the children are being constantly abused.
Don’t Miss out, Places are limited due to the overwhelming response to the High Profile Guest Speakers who will be attending. We can confirm we have Brian Gerrish who works with the Uk Column Newspaper in Plymouth We Have Child Protection and Mental Health, Roger Hayes from the British Constitutional Group, We also have the Mayor of Skegness Attending along with some Very High Profile Parent Speakers with more to confirm, would you like a chance to speak on your foundations behalf, don’t miss out Book NOW.
We already have over half the seating taken by parents and professionals throughout the UK that are attending, so don’t miss out on your chance to say I was a leader and I made a difference.
Take the First Steps yourself Say YES to the conference, Say YES to being there both days, Just say YES, YES, YES and book your place now, as these are filling up fast.
The Conference Organisers
Andrew Peacher, Stephanie Freeman – Event Organisers
Tina Challencer, Sam Edwards – Joint Organisers
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