The Adoption Crunch, the Christian Right, and the Challenge to Indian Sovereignty | Political Research Associates:
While the demand for adoptable babies is increasing in the United States—driven in large part by evangelical Christians—the number of babies available for adoption is declining. Adoption agencies are now targeting tribal nations as a potential new source of babies to adopt, and forming alliances that threaten to undermine the sovereignty of Native American nations.
Isabella Brooke Knightly and Austin Gamez-Knightly
In Memory of my Loving Husband, William F. Knightly Jr. Murdered by ILLEGAL Palliative Care at a Nashua, NH Hospital
Monday, April 7, 2014
Local Reps sign onto Pelletier family case
Local Reps sign onto Pelletier family case - Tewksbury Town Crier: News:
BOSTON – Two local legislators join the House Republican Caucus and seven Democratic members in passing a resolution aimed at reuniting Connecticut teenager Justina Pelletier, 15, with her parents and out of the custody of Massachusetts' Department of Children and Family (DCF).
BOSTON – Two local legislators join the House Republican Caucus and seven Democratic members in passing a resolution aimed at reuniting Connecticut teenager Justina Pelletier, 15, with her parents and out of the custody of Massachusetts' Department of Children and Family (DCF).
Its all about money: Not In the Best Interest of Children
A True hero in office: Rep Minnie Gonzalez speaks out against Family Court System corruption. This clip is from The Connecticut Task Force put together to look into the abuse and corruption in our family law system that is happening in the state as well as across the country.
In US, vaccine denial goes mainstream
In US, vaccine denial goes mainstream - Yahoo News:
Washington (AFP) - Kathleen Wiederman is not staunchly against vaccines. She simply believes it is better for her child to naturally battle an illness than to be vaccinated against it.
Washington (AFP) - Kathleen Wiederman is not staunchly against vaccines. She simply believes it is better for her child to naturally battle an illness than to be vaccinated against it.
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Adoption Incentives Earnings History by State FY 1998-FY 2012
Compliment's of my good friend Bill Medvecky!
A Letter from a Nashua, NH Grandmother (with add ons)
Below is an Anonymous letter I received from a Nashua Grandmother. Another Grandmother whose grandchild was stolen by Nashua, NH DCYF before being placed with her, or other relatives. And of course, once again, "Hearsay" without proof, used by one parent against the other. In this case, as well as other's, "Hearsay" used in the kidnapping of another child by NH DCYF.
Here is the story and I am hoping you put it on your page,
My son had a baby, She is 7 wks old, The mother is all messed up and dropped the baby three times on the floor while she was all nodding off, She didn't even hear her screaming, she was so messed up, The police told my son go to court and get emergency custody, which he did.The judge gave my son custody,
We picked up the baby, The next day the mother went to the court and told the court my son threatened to cut her and the babys throat, which was a lie and she told them he uses heroin, Another lie, He has been clean almost a year, The Police came with DCYF and took the baby on the mothers hearsay, They knew of the mothers drug problem, She was involved with them already, They went to the hospital and everything and warned her not too sleep with the baby on her chest all messed, up, The nurses told DCYF how good my son did with the baby and how he took care of the baby ninety percent of the time, so now DCYF stole his baby.
The thing that makes me mad is that after the police gave us the baby, they came to make sure the house was safe and we had everything she needed, They approved the house, The mother tried to flee with the baby and the police searched the tree streets for her, The mother wouldn't give us anything, Took her blanket, coat, not even a bottle, The police were mad, They should have arrested the mom for kidnapping because she fled with the baby, DCYF had no reason to remove the baby, especially scince the police checked the house, If they felt it was unsafe they wouldn't have let her stay in the first, place, then two days later come with DCYF and take her. Messed up state.
Note: This sounds like my family's DCYF horror story all over again!
Friday, April 4, 2014
Foster parent scheduled for court in shaking baby case
Foster parent scheduled for court in shaking baby case - Sequoyah County Times: Local News:
The Sallisaw woman accused of shaking a three-month old baby last month is scheduled for court next Wednesday.
The Sallisaw woman accused of shaking a three-month old baby last month is scheduled for court next Wednesday.
Man sues DSHS, citing sex abuse by social worker
Man sues DSHS, citing sex abuse by social worker | Local News | The Olympian:
A 38-year-old man who says he was sexually exploited and abused by a state social worker later convicted of sex crimes has sued the state Department of Social and Health Services.
A 38-year-old man who says he was sexually exploited and abused by a state social worker later convicted of sex crimes has sued the state Department of Social and Health Services.
Protect Your Infant From "Child Protective Services"
Protect Your Infant From "child Protective Services" - Circle of Moms:
Whenever I can sleep, which is rare, I wake up and think "this is all a horrible nightmare." But it's not - I'm in a living hell. I am a first time mom. I have a beautiful baby boy. I cared for him and it is because I lived in the hospital and spent time with him and pumped ebm regularly. You see my baby was premature by 3 months due to placental abruption. My little baby boy was not expected to live and he did, was sure he would have severe brain damage - he didn't. He's a miracle and I took care of him in the NICU for 104 days (3.5 months)....he was growing and developing like a champ. We were nursing successfully. We had an incredibly strong bond: he new my smell, my voice, my touch. I was his security and provided him unconditional love and compassion. He was in a place to thrive. We were getting ready to go home before his due date!
Whenever I can sleep, which is rare, I wake up and think "this is all a horrible nightmare." But it's not - I'm in a living hell. I am a first time mom. I have a beautiful baby boy. I cared for him and it is because I lived in the hospital and spent time with him and pumped ebm regularly. You see my baby was premature by 3 months due to placental abruption. My little baby boy was not expected to live and he did, was sure he would have severe brain damage - he didn't. He's a miracle and I took care of him in the NICU for 104 days (3.5 months)....he was growing and developing like a champ. We were nursing successfully. We had an incredibly strong bond: he new my smell, my voice, my touch. I was his security and provided him unconditional love and compassion. He was in a place to thrive. We were getting ready to go home before his due date!
Alan Dershowitz to Represent Justina Pelletier in Her Custody Fight
Alan Dershowitz to Represent Justina Pelletier in Her Custody Fight:
Former Harvard law professor and high-profile lawyer Alan Dershowitz will represent 15-year-old Justina Pelletier as her parents attempt to regain custody after a heated court battle that resulted in her placement with the Department of Children and Families last week.
Former Harvard law professor and high-profile lawyer Alan Dershowitz will represent 15-year-old Justina Pelletier as her parents attempt to regain custody after a heated court battle that resulted in her placement with the Department of Children and Families last week.
Utah governor signs bill giving fathers new rights in adoption cases
Utah governor signs bill giving fathers new rights in adoption cases | Fox News:
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert has signed off on a partial fix to the state's controversial adoption law, in a bid to close a loophole allowing women from other states to give birth and put their babies up for adoption in Utah -- without the knowledge or consent of the biological father.
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert has signed off on a partial fix to the state's controversial adoption law, in a bid to close a loophole allowing women from other states to give birth and put their babies up for adoption in Utah -- without the knowledge or consent of the biological father.
When the Government Takes Your Children
When the Government Takes Your Children | Crisis Magazine:
Many people who have followed the Justina Pelletier case—largely ignored by the mainstream media, by the way—have thought that there has to be more to it, or that it’s an outrageous out-of-the-ordinary affair.
Many people who have followed the Justina Pelletier case—largely ignored by the mainstream media, by the way—have thought that there has to be more to it, or that it’s an outrageous out-of-the-ordinary affair.
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Legislators Will Call for Investigation Into DCF After Parents Lose Custody of Justina Pelletier
Legislators Will Call for Investigation Into DCF After Parents Lose Custody of Justina Pelletier | LifeNews.com:
Massachusetts state representatives Jim Lyons (R-Andover) and Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) will discuss an impending investigation into DCF spending on the Justina Pelletier case at a Wednesday morning news conference.
Massachusetts state representatives Jim Lyons (R-Andover) and Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) will discuss an impending investigation into DCF spending on the Justina Pelletier case at a Wednesday morning news conference.
The Fools List 4.1.14 Gov. CPS & Courts = Fraud
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NH Attorneys describe romance between trial attorney and then-prosecutor Ayotte
Mrs. Ayotte & the NH Attorney Generals Office; ....Attorneys for a man convicted 15 years ago of raping and killing a young Hopkinton girl have provided new details about the romantic relationship between his trial lawyer and then-prosecutor Kelly Ayotte.
NH Attorneys describe romance between trial attorney and then-prosecutor Ayotte
Mrs. Ayotte & the NH Attorney Generals Office; ....Attorneys for a man convicted 15 years ago of raping and killing a young Hopkinton girl have provided new details about the romantic relationship between his trial lawyer and then-prosecutor Kelly Ayotte.
Quest to Save a Derailed Fairy Tale; The Mission.
Fairy Tale Access ... : Quest to Save a Derailed Fairy Tale; The Mission.:
"Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten."
We need your help to restore order to a kingdom that has left behind and forgotten the families and children it serves; sadly creating chaos and acrimony among their subjects young and old.
"Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten."
We need your help to restore order to a kingdom that has left behind and forgotten the families and children it serves; sadly creating chaos and acrimony among their subjects young and old.
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Parents shocked as babysitter Ketapat Jenkins cleared of killing baby Chloe Murphy
Parents shocked as babysitter Ketapat Jenkins cleared of killing baby Chloe Murphy | Herald Sun:
A BABYSITTER was yesterday cleared by a jury of killing 10-month-old Chloe Murphy, stunning the little girl’s grieving parents.
A BABYSITTER was yesterday cleared by a jury of killing 10-month-old Chloe Murphy, stunning the little girl’s grieving parents.
Vermont Senate panel is considering requesting toddler death documents
Vermont Senate panel is considering requesting toddler death documents (3/26/14 9:01 pm):
MONTPELIER, Vermont — The Vermont Senate panel reviewing child protection matters is considering using subpoena power to request records and documents related to the case of Dezirae Sheldon, a Poultney toddler who died after arriving at the hospital with severe head trauma in February.
MONTPELIER, Vermont — The Vermont Senate panel reviewing child protection matters is considering using subpoena power to request records and documents related to the case of Dezirae Sheldon, a Poultney toddler who died after arriving at the hospital with severe head trauma in February.
Doctor Blackmails Parents So That They'll Vaccinate Their Newborn Baby
Doctor Blackmails Parents So That They'll Vaccinate Their Newborn Baby:
Brand new parents Aliea Bidwell and Ben Gray claim that a doctor blackmailed them after they refused to vaccinate their baby, and when they believed they were faced with no other option, they finally gave into the doctor’s demands.
Brand new parents Aliea Bidwell and Ben Gray claim that a doctor blackmailed them after they refused to vaccinate their baby, and when they believed they were faced with no other option, they finally gave into the doctor’s demands.
Mother sues state for not preventing infant's death
Mother sues state for not preventing infant's death | The Columbian:
The mother of a 5-month-old who died after being shaken violently is suing the state Department of Social and Health Services, alleging the agency ignored concerns about the baby's safety in the month before his death.
The mother of a 5-month-old who died after being shaken violently is suing the state Department of Social and Health Services, alleging the agency ignored concerns about the baby's safety in the month before his death.
Families Charged Excessive Fees In NH Courts just to file. ..
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Indigent, Low Income & Middle Class families are purposefully denied
access to the New Hampshire Court System; by being denied relief from these fees.
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Family Courts Impose Excessively High Fees; Denying People the Opportunity to be Heard
Homeless Mother Gets Job Interview But Doesn't Have Childcare, Ends Up In Jail
Homeless Mother Gets Job Interview But Doesn't Have Childcare, Ends Up In Jail | ThinkProgress:
Shanesha Taylor, a woman from Scottsdale, Arizona, is homeless. So when she got asked to come in for a job interview last Thursday, she must have been excited by the prospect. But when you’re homeless, there isn’t always an easy way to take an hour off from watching your kids to be at an interview. That’s how Taylor, 35, wound up losing her children to Child Protective Service — and losing out on the potential job.
Shanesha Taylor, a woman from Scottsdale, Arizona, is homeless. So when she got asked to come in for a job interview last Thursday, she must have been excited by the prospect. But when you’re homeless, there isn’t always an easy way to take an hour off from watching your kids to be at an interview. That’s how Taylor, 35, wound up losing her children to Child Protective Service — and losing out on the potential job.
Child Protective Services Threatens a Medical Cannabis Activist
Child Protective Services Threatens a Medical Cannabis Activist | Alternet:
Cannabis could save her epileptic son, but it's illegal in FL, so they've never tried it.
Cannabis could save her epileptic son, but it's illegal in FL, so they've never tried it.
Six months in prison for a woman who was careful to do the 'right' thing
Family courts: Six months in prison for a woman who was careful to do the 'right' thing - Telegraph:
The latest instalment of a curious story speaks volumes about the murky workings of Britain's child-care system
Foster mom accused of beating 2-year-old boy in her care
Foster mom accused of beating 2-year-old boy in her care | Local & Regional | Seattle News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News | KOMO News:
SEATTLE -- King County prosecutors claim Tonja Maciolek repeatedly assaulted the boy during the 10 months he was in her care. Maciolek, 47, is alleged to have broken the boy's arms, battered his body and failed to feed him.
SEATTLE -- King County prosecutors claim Tonja Maciolek repeatedly assaulted the boy during the 10 months he was in her care. Maciolek, 47, is alleged to have broken the boy's arms, battered his body and failed to feed him.
Man held without bond in foster mother’s death
Man held without bond in foster mother’s death | Voices:
A South Side man charged with the murder of his foster mother, who died from a cardiac event during a domestic struggle, has been ordered held without bond.
A South Side man charged with the murder of his foster mother, who died from a cardiac event during a domestic struggle, has been ordered held without bond.
Protestors say two Solano family law judges unfair
Protestors say two Solano family law judges unfair - The Reporter:
Two Solano County Superior Court judges came under fire from about a dozen protesters who assembled outside of a Fairfield courthouse on Friday.
Two Solano County Superior Court judges came under fire from about a dozen protesters who assembled outside of a Fairfield courthouse on Friday.
State police investigate threats against DCF regarding Pelletier case
State police investigate threats against DCF regarding Pelletier - Boston News, Weather, Sports | FOX 25 | MyFoxBoston:
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- Massachusetts State Police reported that they are investigating several threats made against the state's Department of Children and Families, all in regards to the case of Justina Pelletier.
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- Massachusetts State Police reported that they are investigating several threats made against the state's Department of Children and Families, all in regards to the case of Justina Pelletier.
State Auditor: DCF Did Not Meet Basic Requirements
State Auditor: DCF Did Not Meet Basic Requirements | WBUR:
BOSTON — A report released Wednesday by the Massachusetts auditor’s office says the Department of Children and Families was not meeting some of its most basic requirements.
BOSTON — A report released Wednesday by the Massachusetts auditor’s office says the Department of Children and Families was not meeting some of its most basic requirements.
DCF commissioner ducks reporter questions
DCF commissioner ducks reporter questions - Boston News, Weather, Sports | FOX 25 | MyFoxBoston:
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- DCF called a news conference hours after a state audit of the agency was released, and the commissioner of the department failed to answer all of the reporters questions.
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- DCF called a news conference hours after a state audit of the agency was released, and the commissioner of the department failed to answer all of the reporters questions.
Governor Inslee signs foster care bill Friday
Governor Inslee signs foster care bill Friday | KING5.com Seattle:
Governor Inslee signed legislation Friday to help foster kids in Washington following a KING 5 investigation.
Governor Inslee signed legislation Friday to help foster kids in Washington following a KING 5 investigation.
Firing child-abuse workers goes far beyond 'oops'
Firing child-abuse workers goes far beyond 'oops':
Our View: Latest blunder points to system so messed up that even reformers can't get it right
Arizona's child welfare agency didn't need another black eye. Especially not on the face of the new office that's supposed to be an example of how things should be done.
Our View: Latest blunder points to system so messed up that even reformers can't get it right
Arizona's child welfare agency didn't need another black eye. Especially not on the face of the new office that's supposed to be an example of how things should be done.
Friday, March 28, 2014
NH DHHS declares epidemic; & the Shaheen, Ayotte Reaction shows they failed again.
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Shaheen, Ayotte call for investment in heroin prevention
There are federal grants for all of the recommendations made by both Senators
Shaheen, Ayotte call for investment in heroin prevention
There are federal grants for all of the recommendations made by both Senators
Audit details DCF management issues
Audit details DCF management issues - Itemlive.com: News:
BOSTON — Describing a foster care system rife with problems that could lead “risks to become realities,” Auditor Suzanne Bump released a critical review of the state’s foster care agency on Wednesday, stating that “significant management deficiencies” led to undocumented background checks on foster parents and poor oversight of medical treatment for children in state custody.
BOSTON — Describing a foster care system rife with problems that could lead “risks to become realities,” Auditor Suzanne Bump released a critical review of the state’s foster care agency on Wednesday, stating that “significant management deficiencies” led to undocumented background checks on foster parents and poor oversight of medical treatment for children in state custody.
Man charged with fatal beating of foster mother, 58
Man charged with fatal beating of foster mother, 58 - chicagotribune.com:
A 21-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly beat his foster mother and his actions led to her death from health issues, police said.
A 21-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly beat his foster mother and his actions led to her death from health issues, police said.
Disturbing report details alleged child abuse by local foster parents
Disturbing report details alleged child abuse by local foster parents - www.ktnv.com:
Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) -- Las Vegas officials are investigating a disturbing case of child abuse in a foster home.
Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) -- Las Vegas officials are investigating a disturbing case of child abuse in a foster home.
Jeremiah Oliver allegedly beaten while under DCF’s watch
Jeremiah Oliver allegedly beaten while under DCF’s watch | Boston Herald:
The Fitchburg man charged in connection with the disappearance of little Jeremiah Oliver allegedly beat the 5-year-old boy and his siblings, including smacking them with belts, over a nine-month period, authorities say — and all while under the eye of state child welfare workers.
The Fitchburg man charged in connection with the disappearance of little Jeremiah Oliver allegedly beat the 5-year-old boy and his siblings, including smacking them with belts, over a nine-month period, authorities say — and all while under the eye of state child welfare workers.
Massachusetts DCF denies Pelletiers weekly visitation with Justina
Personhood USA: Massachusetts DCF denies Pelletiers weekly visitation with Justina -- BOSTON, March 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --:
BOSTON, March 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the past several months, the Pelletiers have met face-to-face with Justina once weekly in supervised visits of no more than one hour. Now, Massachusetts DCF is denying the Pelletiers visitation with Justina in another blatant act of vindictive punishment.
BOSTON, March 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the past several months, the Pelletiers have met face-to-face with Justina once weekly in supervised visits of no more than one hour. Now, Massachusetts DCF is denying the Pelletiers visitation with Justina in another blatant act of vindictive punishment.
State to fight ruling in tot's death
State to fight ruling in tot's death Hawaii News, Honolulu, Honolulu News, Sports, Editorial, Features, Travel and Business - Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii Newspaper:
The Department of Human Services was negligent in the case of a young boy who died, a judge ruled
The Department of Human Services was negligent in the case of a young boy who died, a judge ruled
Woman sues for $268 million, claims ‘theft’ of children
Woman sues for $268 million, claims ‘theft’ of children - myjournalcourier.com:
A woman who is suing several county and state officials says she wants a dollar for the roughly 41.5 million seconds each of her six children have been taken from her care.
A woman who is suing several county and state officials says she wants a dollar for the roughly 41.5 million seconds each of her six children have been taken from her care.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Mike Gill Sr. Exposes the Corruption Circle
Mike Gill Sr. Exposes the Corruption Circle - Hon Kevin Avard's Blog - Nashua, NH Patch:
What compels a person to flash on bright billboards the names of the most powerful people in New Hampshire and call them corrupt? Why would some one invite a federal investigation into what he calls a ring of racketeers unless he believed it?
What compels a person to flash on bright billboards the names of the most powerful people in New Hampshire and call them corrupt? Why would some one invite a federal investigation into what he calls a ring of racketeers unless he believed it?
Mother who adopted teen from SC foster care tells lawmakers social services dept needs reform
Mother who adopted teen from SC foster care tells lawmakers social services dept needs reform - Daily Journal:
COLUMBIA, South Carolina — A Greenville woman told lawmakers Wednesday that Department of Social Services officials misinformed her family about the difficulties of adopting a teenage boy out of foster care, a situation she said has caused them immeasurable strain.
COLUMBIA, South Carolina — A Greenville woman told lawmakers Wednesday that Department of Social Services officials misinformed her family about the difficulties of adopting a teenage boy out of foster care, a situation she said has caused them immeasurable strain.
Audit finds problems in state foster care program
Audit finds problems in state foster care program - News Local Massachusetts - Boston.com:
BOSTON (AP) — The Department of Children and Families failed to check whether registered sex offenders were living in or near foster homes and neglected to ensure all children get required medical screenings within seven days of being placed in Massachusetts’ care, according to a state audit released Wednesday.
BOSTON (AP) — The Department of Children and Families failed to check whether registered sex offenders were living in or near foster homes and neglected to ensure all children get required medical screenings within seven days of being placed in Massachusetts’ care, according to a state audit released Wednesday.
Parents of Justina Pelletier to Appeal Judge’s DCF Custody Decision
Parents of Justina Pelletier to Appeal Judge’s DCF Custody Decision:
Liberty Counsel is to follow every possible legal process to return Justina Pelletier to her parents in Connecticut so she can get medical care, access to a priest, and an education. This follows a court order late yesterday granting the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) continued custody of the desperately ill teenager until at least June 20 this year. In a press release issued last night, the international nonprofit organization said it would be filing a habeas corpus petition or an appeal against the judge’s custody decision.
Liberty Counsel is to follow every possible legal process to return Justina Pelletier to her parents in Connecticut so she can get medical care, access to a priest, and an education. This follows a court order late yesterday granting the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) continued custody of the desperately ill teenager until at least June 20 this year. In a press release issued last night, the international nonprofit organization said it would be filing a habeas corpus petition or an appeal against the judge’s custody decision.
Details revealed in foster care death of Catoosa County two-year-old
Details revealed in foster care death of Catoosa County two-year-old | Times Free Press:
A state case summary on a Catoosa County, Ga., girl who died New Year's Day from injuries she received while in foster care paints a black-and-blue picture of bruises, emotional trauma and nightmares over the last months of her life and discrepancies in accounts of how her injuries occurred.
A state case summary on a Catoosa County, Ga., girl who died New Year's Day from injuries she received while in foster care paints a black-and-blue picture of bruises, emotional trauma and nightmares over the last months of her life and discrepancies in accounts of how her injuries occurred.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Little Girl Lost – My Failed Foster Adoption
Little Girl Lost – My Failed Foster Adoption | The Chronicle of Social Change:
Her brothers came into our lives two weeks earlier. As we sat in a local McDonald’s, we were excited and anxious to finally meet this little girl we had heard so much about: our new daughter.
Her brothers came into our lives two weeks earlier. As we sat in a local McDonald’s, we were excited and anxious to finally meet this little girl we had heard so much about: our new daughter.
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