The Ombudsman for Children has said the Child and Family Agency will have to tackle “systematic problems” in providing services for children — including those in care.
Thursday, March 06, 2014
Child and Family Agency must act as ‘good parent’, according to Children’s Ombudsman
Child and Family Agency must act as ‘good parent’, according to Children’s Ombudsman
The Ombudsman for Children has said the Child and Family Agency will have to tackle “systematic problems” in providing services for children — including those in care.
The Ombudsman for Children has said the Child and Family Agency will have to tackle “systematic problems” in providing services for children — including those in care.
Bill: Grandparents retain rights after parental termination
Bill: Grandparents retain rights after parental termination
A bill that squeaked by committee Wednesday with a 5-4 vote would allow grandparents to petition for visitation rights, which may mean more court proceedings for parents of foster and adopted children, even after the rights of biological parents have been terminated.
A bill that squeaked by committee Wednesday with a 5-4 vote would allow grandparents to petition for visitation rights, which may mean more court proceedings for parents of foster and adopted children, even after the rights of biological parents have been terminated.
DA: Convicted Child Abuser Will Spend Life In Prison And ‘Rest Of Eternity In Hell’
DA: Convicted Child Abuser Will Spend Life In Prison And ‘Rest Of Eternity In Hell’
A Chester County former prison lieutenant convicted of sexually abusing at least five children in his care will spend the rest of his life in prison.
A Chester County former prison lieutenant convicted of sexually abusing at least five children in his care will spend the rest of his life in prison.
NC reports detail problems in Union, Gaston DSS
A pair of state reports issued Wednesday detailed problems in the Division of Social Services of Union and Gaston counties, including how child abuse and foster care cases were handled.
Foster Child Death Investigation Continues; Community Frustrated
Foster Child Death Investigation Continues; Community Frustrated
More than two months after an investigation began, questions still remain in the death of North Georgia foster child. As a community is left questioning, we started following leads, pressing local and state government offices for answers.
More than two months after an investigation began, questions still remain in the death of North Georgia foster child. As a community is left questioning, we started following leads, pressing local and state government offices for answers.
Wednesday, March 05, 2014
Obama Budget Calls for $750 Million to Fight Over-Drugging of Foster Youths
Obama Budget Calls for $750 Million to Fight Over-Drugging of Foster Youths
The Obama Administration has proposed a massive federal program aimed at curbing the use of psychotropic medications to treat foster youths, an issue that appeared on the federal radar in 2011.
The Obama Administration has proposed a massive federal program aimed at curbing the use of psychotropic medications to treat foster youths, an issue that appeared on the federal radar in 2011.
Leaked DSS Documents Show Noncompliance, Confusion
Leaked DSS Documents Show Noncompliance, Confusion
Internal documents from the South Carolina Department of Social Services obtained by Free Times show the agency’s Child Protective Services division to be consistently in violation of laws meant to shield children from neglect and abuse and staffed by workers with little understanding of important agency policies and practices.
Internal documents from the South Carolina Department of Social Services obtained by Free Times show the agency’s Child Protective Services division to be consistently in violation of laws meant to shield children from neglect and abuse and staffed by workers with little understanding of important agency policies and practices.
In DCF Care, Justina Pelletier Suffering 'Tragic Abuse' and 'Abysmal' Medical Treatment
In DCF Care, Justina Pelletier Suffering 'Tragic Abuse' and 'Abysmal' Medical Treatment
Juvenile judge Joseph Johnston approved an agreement between the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) and the Pelletier family to drop the contempt charges against Lou Pelletier for speaking to the media as well as to dissolve the gag order and transfer Justina Pelletier's medical care to Tufts Medical Center, where she was treated by Dr. Mark Korson 13 months ago before she went to the Boston Children’s Hospital ER.
Juvenile judge Joseph Johnston approved an agreement between the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) and the Pelletier family to drop the contempt charges against Lou Pelletier for speaking to the media as well as to dissolve the gag order and transfer Justina Pelletier's medical care to Tufts Medical Center, where she was treated by Dr. Mark Korson 13 months ago before she went to the Boston Children’s Hospital ER.
Ex-foster parent gets 20 to 40 years in prison
Ex-foster parent gets 20 to 40 years in prison
For years, a respected member of the community molested various children in his care – until one “very courageous 10-year-old girl” broke the cycle, not only reporting the abuse but also agreeing to call the perpetrator, who apologized while police were listening, the prosecutor said.
For years, a respected member of the community molested various children in his care – until one “very courageous 10-year-old girl” broke the cycle, not only reporting the abuse but also agreeing to call the perpetrator, who apologized while police were listening, the prosecutor said.
Texas family law judge seen beating daughter in video she posted online loses re-election bid
Texas family law judge seen beating daughter in video she posted online loses re-election bid
A South Texas family law judge seen beating his then-16-year-old daughter in a video she posted online in 2011 has lost his re-election bid.
A South Texas family law judge seen beating his then-16-year-old daughter in a video she posted online in 2011 has lost his re-election bid.
DCF’S top provider cited for abuses
DCF’S top provider cited for abuses
The state’s largest foster care contractor racked up 16 confirmed cases of abuse and neglect in just one year — including the death of an infant and the sexual assault of a 12-year-old — stunning examples one watchdog says shows DCF’s “lack of oversight” of its two dozen private placement agencies.
The state’s largest foster care contractor racked up 16 confirmed cases of abuse and neglect in just one year — including the death of an infant and the sexual assault of a 12-year-old — stunning examples one watchdog says shows DCF’s “lack of oversight” of its two dozen private placement agencies.
Foster carer who led a double life as a loan shark has been jailed
Foster carer who led a double life as a loan shark has been jailed
A foster mum who doubled as a loan shark raking in hundreds of thousands of pounds has been jailed.
A foster mum who doubled as a loan shark raking in hundreds of thousands of pounds has been jailed.
NJ Teen Loses Effort to Make Parents Pay High School Tuition
NJ Teen Loses Effort to Make Parents Pay High School Tuition
A New Jersey family court judge ruled Tuesday that Rachel Canning’s parents do not have to pay her high school tuition after she sued them to cover her schooling and living costs.
A New Jersey family court judge ruled Tuesday that Rachel Canning’s parents do not have to pay her high school tuition after she sued them to cover her schooling and living costs.
Orphanage owner faces mounting child abuse charges
Orphanage owner faces mounting child abuse charges
The Jakarta Police have detained Chemy “Samuel” Watulingas, the owner of an orphanage in Gading Serpong housing complex in Tangerang, Banten, and have charged him with three offenses under the Child Protection Law, including sexual assault.
The Jakarta Police have detained Chemy “Samuel” Watulingas, the owner of an orphanage in Gading Serpong housing complex in Tangerang, Banten, and have charged him with three offenses under the Child Protection Law, including sexual assault.
Family or foster care? A tough decision for incarcerated parents
Family or foster care? A tough decision for incarcerated parents
Chris Palmer Jr., of Pottsville, was in the Luzerne County Correctional Facility when his daughter, Lilli, was born.
Chris Palmer Jr., of Pottsville, was in the Luzerne County Correctional Facility when his daughter, Lilli, was born.
Caged Foster Kids Awarded $2 Million Following Placement Blunder
Caged Foster Kids Awarded $2 Million Following Placement Blunder
Eleven children forced to sleep in cages by their adoptive parents reached a $2 million settlement with an Ohio county where three of them lived before they were placed in the home outfitted with wire and wood enclosures.
Eleven children forced to sleep in cages by their adoptive parents reached a $2 million settlement with an Ohio county where three of them lived before they were placed in the home outfitted with wire and wood enclosures.
Senator pushes state mandated parenting classes
Senator pushes state mandated parenting classes
Bronx Senator Ruben Diaz is sponsoring a bill that would mandate parents take state certified classes or else their child won't move on to the 7th grade.
Bronx Senator Ruben Diaz is sponsoring a bill that would mandate parents take state certified classes or else their child won't move on to the 7th grade.
Tuesday, March 04, 2014
DHS allows German home-schooling family to stay in US
DHS allows German home-schooling family to stay in US
A German home-schooling family facing deportation following the Supreme Court’s refusal to hear their appeal is being allowed to stay in the U.S.
A German home-schooling family facing deportation following the Supreme Court’s refusal to hear their appeal is being allowed to stay in the U.S.
Ireland’s Forced Adoption: ‘Mum died without ever getting the chance to say sorry’
Ireland’s Forced Adoption: ‘Mum died without ever getting the chance to say sorry’
Following the launch of the Philomena Project, a call on the Irish Government to release thousands of forced adoption files, The Irish Post shines a light on victims of the shocking practice in Britain.
Following the launch of the Philomena Project, a call on the Irish Government to release thousands of forced adoption files, The Irish Post shines a light on victims of the shocking practice in Britain.
Massachusetts DCF Running for Cover Under Legal and Media Pressure
Massachusetts DCF Running for Cover Under Legal and Media Pressure
The story of 15-year-old Justina Pelletier captured the hearts of many Americans as the horrible story of the young girl’s plight over the past 13 months was brought to light by the media.
The story of 15-year-old Justina Pelletier captured the hearts of many Americans as the horrible story of the young girl’s plight over the past 13 months was brought to light by the media.
'We can't prove sex with children does them harm' says Labour-linked NCCL
'We can't prove sex with children does them harm' says Labour-linked NCCL
EVIDENCE has emerged that the views of the Paedophile Information Exchange influenced policy-making at the National Council for Civil Liberties when it was run by former Labour Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt.
Note: hmm. I wonder if this has anything to do with any of those high ranking pedophiles in the British government.
EVIDENCE has emerged that the views of the Paedophile Information Exchange influenced policy-making at the National Council for Civil Liberties when it was run by former Labour Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt.
Note: hmm. I wonder if this has anything to do with any of those high ranking pedophiles in the British government.
Children at risk because protection workers too busy to visit them
Children at risk because protection workers too busy to visit them
Child protection workers have complained of being shuffled from office to office to cover staff vacancies, preventing them from getting to children in need.
Child protection workers have complained of being shuffled from office to office to cover staff vacancies, preventing them from getting to children in need.
Justina Pelletier Will Likely Return to Medical Center in Her Home State
Justina Pelletier Will Likely Return to Medical Center in Her Home State
Justina Pelletier, the teen at the center of a legal battle between the Pelletier family and Boston Children’s Hospital over custody and proper medical treatment, will likely head soon to a medical center in her home state of Connecticut.justinapelletier2 The move is seen as a backing down by the hospital and a victory of sorts for her parents.
Justina Pelletier, the teen at the center of a legal battle between the Pelletier family and Boston Children’s Hospital over custody and proper medical treatment, will likely head soon to a medical center in her home state of Connecticut.justinapelletier2 The move is seen as a backing down by the hospital and a victory of sorts for her parents.
SUPREME COURT SENDS HOMESCHOOLERS PACKING
SUPREME COURT SENDS HOMESCHOOLERS PACKING
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to intervene in a lower court’s order that would send a Christian homeschooling family back to Germany to face what the parents describe as persecution by the government because of their beliefs.
Foster Homes: Where Good Kids Go To Die
A former CPS Investigator exposes the seedy underworld of foster homes in the United States, where children are children are routinely physically, emotionally, and sexually abused. Research and statistical analysis can be found at http://www.truthovercomfort.net/blog/http://www.truthovercomfort.net/blog/fosterhomes...
A synopsis: foster kids are 7-8 times more likely to be abused, nearly half will end up homeless at the age of 18, they are 3 times more likely to be put on psychotropic drugs, seven times more likely to develop an eating disorder, more likely to have PTSD than veterans of war and less likely to recover from that PTSD, more likely to become pregnant as a teenager, 20% more likely to be arrested, and are 6 times more likely to die than if they stayed in an abusive household
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