Foster parents sue after they discover adopted son’s past | www.kirotv.com:
Foster parents who adopted a 12-year-old boy in 2013 and later found out he had molested their other children, are suing the Department of Social and Health Services.
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
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Parents of murdered foster child call for justice
Parents of murdered foster child call for justice | Las Vegas Review-Journal:
The grieving parents and caregivers of 16-month-old Michell Momox-Caselis, who on Sunday was killed in an apparent murder-suicide involving her foster father, are calling for justice.
The grieving parents and caregivers of 16-month-old Michell Momox-Caselis, who on Sunday was killed in an apparent murder-suicide involving her foster father, are calling for justice.
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Wards of the state: lab rats?
Wards of the state: lab rats? | Conservative News and Views:
In the past two years, the child-protective service agencies of three states have each tried to turn one or two children, having rare genetic disorders, into wards of the state.
In the past two years, the child-protective service agencies of three states have each tried to turn one or two children, having rare genetic disorders, into wards of the state.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Name Shame Guardians In Family Courts
Name Shame Guardians In Family Courts | Name And Shame Guardians:
This is a simple site for simple reasons. Naming and shaming guardians in family court proceedings.
Click the above link and go for it!
This is a simple site for simple reasons. Naming and shaming guardians in family court proceedings.
Click the above link and go for it!
The Pro se Problem in Family Courts
The Pro se Problem in Family Courts – And Justice For All - BDN Maine Blogs:
In Maine and Connecticut there is a movement to change the Family Court system. While this letter is addressed to the Maine Judicial branch it can be applied to other states just as well:
In Maine and Connecticut there is a movement to change the Family Court system. While this letter is addressed to the Maine Judicial branch it can be applied to other states just as well:
We Need to Stop Punishing Women for Seeking Health Care
We Need to Stop Punishing Women for Seeking Health Care:
Jennifer Whalen is in jail for one simple reason: She took her daughter to the hospital. But as alarming as Whalen’s situation is, it is not an isolated incident. Rather, it is indicative of a broader, dangerous trend of medical professionals and law enforcement punishing women for making the apparent mistake of seeking health care.
Jennifer Whalen is in jail for one simple reason: She took her daughter to the hospital. But as alarming as Whalen’s situation is, it is not an isolated incident. Rather, it is indicative of a broader, dangerous trend of medical professionals and law enforcement punishing women for making the apparent mistake of seeking health care.
Baltimore police rule disabled foster child's death a homicide
Baltimore police rule disabled foster child's death a homicide - Baltimore Sun:
The July death of a 10-year-old disabled foster child has been ruled a homicide — six years after the Baltimore city boy's mother was accused of shaking him into a coma-like state, Baltimore police announced Monday.
The July death of a 10-year-old disabled foster child has been ruled a homicide — six years after the Baltimore city boy's mother was accused of shaking him into a coma-like state, Baltimore police announced Monday.
Monday, October 13, 2014
Parents ready to overthrow DCFS to get Kids back
Parents ready to overthrow DCFS to get Kids back:
September 22, 2014. Phoenix. (ONN) There’s a simple yet unbelievable fact concerning the rule of law in America. Some how, some way, the Dept of Health and Human Services has managed to put itself above the law. Judges across the US are required to rule in favor of welfare caseworkers regardless of how wrong, fraudulent or criminal their claims are. The result is that millions of American kids have been taken from their parents for no reason. They’re all boiling mad and they’re all fighting back.
September 22, 2014. Phoenix. (ONN) There’s a simple yet unbelievable fact concerning the rule of law in America. Some how, some way, the Dept of Health and Human Services has managed to put itself above the law. Judges across the US are required to rule in favor of welfare caseworkers regardless of how wrong, fraudulent or criminal their claims are. The result is that millions of American kids have been taken from their parents for no reason. They’re all boiling mad and they’re all fighting back.
Man, foster child found dead in apparent murder-suicide
Man, foster child found dead in apparent murder-suicide | Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Las Vegas police were investigating what they called a murder-suicide of a man and his 18-month-old foster child Sunday morning.
Las Vegas police were investigating what they called a murder-suicide of a man and his 18-month-old foster child Sunday morning.
Sunday, October 12, 2014
Poll: Many Vermonters have low opinion of DCF
Poll: Many Vermonters have low opinion of DCF - WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports-:
A new WCAX News poll shows that only 4 percent of the 653 people surveyed think the Department for Children and Families is doing excellent work; 23 percent rated DCF as good; 30 percent fair; 28 percent poor; and 14 percent are not sure.
And so they should! Nationwide in fact!
A new WCAX News poll shows that only 4 percent of the 653 people surveyed think the Department for Children and Families is doing excellent work; 23 percent rated DCF as good; 30 percent fair; 28 percent poor; and 14 percent are not sure.
And so they should! Nationwide in fact!
Friday, October 10, 2014
Stop telling pregnant women to go off their antidepressants
Stop telling pregnant women to go off their antidepressants - The Washington Post:
Every few months, pregnant women hear another scare story about antidepressant use: The drugs have been linked to birth defects,autism and lung problems in babies. These studies make it seem like giving up antidepressants during pregnancy is the only option, even though it might cost women their health and ability to function.
Every few months, pregnant women hear another scare story about antidepressant use: The drugs have been linked to birth defects,autism and lung problems in babies. These studies make it seem like giving up antidepressants during pregnancy is the only option, even though it might cost women their health and ability to function.
Foster dad indicted in baby’s death flees to Canada, kills self in jail
Foster dad indicted in baby’s death flees to Canada, kills self in jail | Henry Daily Herald:
MCDONOUGH — A Locust Grove foster parent indicted last month in the 2010 shaken baby death of a child in his care has killed himself inside a Canadian prison, said authorities.
MCDONOUGH — A Locust Grove foster parent indicted last month in the 2010 shaken baby death of a child in his care has killed himself inside a Canadian prison, said authorities.
White City foster parent accused of sexually abusing child
White City foster parent accused of sexually abusing child - News - MailTribune.com - Medford, OR:
Sheriff's deputies today arrested a 52-year-old White City man for allegedly abusing a child in his care.
Sheriff's deputies today arrested a 52-year-old White City man for allegedly abusing a child in his care.
Treasure Coast foster parent charged with killing 2-year-old boy
Treasure Coast foster parent charged with killing 2-year-old boy | News - Home:
DCF issued Michael Beer foster care license despite previous allegations
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
University of Michigan study identifies different types of early child problems
University of Michigan study identifies different types of early child problems:
A toddler who doesn't feel guilty after misbehaving or who is less affectionate or less responsive to affection from others might not raise a red flag to parents, but these behaviors may result in later behavior problems in 1st grade.
A toddler who doesn't feel guilty after misbehaving or who is less affectionate or less responsive to affection from others might not raise a red flag to parents, but these behaviors may result in later behavior problems in 1st grade.
Lamie convicted of murdering foster child, faces life in prsion
Lamie convicted of murdering foster child, faces life in prsion - The Daily Journal: Local:
PONTIAC — Heather Lamie, 31 of Kankakee, was found guilty Tuesday of killing her 4-year-old foster child, and now faces life in prison when she is sentenced Nov. 21.
PONTIAC — Heather Lamie, 31 of Kankakee, was found guilty Tuesday of killing her 4-year-old foster child, and now faces life in prison when she is sentenced Nov. 21.
Read judge's ruling in Children's Rights case against Massachusetts DCF, in which Martha Coakley defended DCF
Read judge's ruling in Children's Rights case against Massachusetts DCF, in which Martha Coakley defended DCF | masslive.com:
A negative ad recently released by a Republican PAC attacking Democratic gubernatorial candidate Martha Coakley's record on child protection has placed renewed attention on a lawsuit filed by the Children's Rights advocacy group against the state of Massachusetts.
A negative ad recently released by a Republican PAC attacking Democratic gubernatorial candidate Martha Coakley's record on child protection has placed renewed attention on a lawsuit filed by the Children's Rights advocacy group against the state of Massachusetts.
Child welfare worker pleads not guilty to falsifying records for child killed
Child welfare worker pleads not guilty to falsifying records for child killed | Local News - WESH Home:
A child welfare worker who was responsible for checking on Rachel Fryer's children pleaded not guilty to falsifying records on Tuesday.
A child welfare worker who was responsible for checking on Rachel Fryer's children pleaded not guilty to falsifying records on Tuesday.
Michael Beer: No bond set for Port St. Lucie man charged in 2-year-old foster child's death
Michael Beer: No bond set for Port St. Lucie man charged in 2-year-old foster child's death - wptv.com:
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. - A Port St. Lucie man was in court Thursday morning after he was arrested on first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges in the death of his 2-year-old foster child, according to Master Sgt. Frank Sabol, with the Port St. Lucie Police Department.
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. - A Port St. Lucie man was in court Thursday morning after he was arrested on first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges in the death of his 2-year-old foster child, according to Master Sgt. Frank Sabol, with the Port St. Lucie Police Department.
How Could You? Hall of Shame-UK-Foster Mother
How Could You? Hall of Shame-UK-Foster Mother | REFORM Talk:
This will be an archive of heinous actions by those involved in child welfare, foster care and adoption. We forewarn you that these are deeply disturbing stories that may involve sex abuse, murder, kidnapping and other horrendous actions.
This will be an archive of heinous actions by those involved in child welfare, foster care and adoption. We forewarn you that these are deeply disturbing stories that may involve sex abuse, murder, kidnapping and other horrendous actions.
Drugs and foster kids: Behavioral and therapeutic drugs can work side by side
Drugs and foster kids: Behavioral and therapeutic drugs can work side by side - San Jose Mercury News:
Juvenile Court judges of Santa Clara County take very seriously the protection of foster children from overuse of psychotropic medications, and we applaud this newspaper for drawing public attention to the plight of many young people in our foster care system
Juvenile Court judges of Santa Clara County take very seriously the protection of foster children from overuse of psychotropic medications, and we applaud this newspaper for drawing public attention to the plight of many young people in our foster care system
Cop Threatens to Take Couple's Baby to CPS for No Good Reason
Cop Threatens to Take Couple's Baby to CPS for No Good Reason (VIDEO) | The Stir:
A couple with a brand new baby were stopped by a police officer who threatened to call child protective services on them for ... well, it's hard to tell.
A couple with a brand new baby were stopped by a police officer who threatened to call child protective services on them for ... well, it's hard to tell.
Inconsistency in Child Protection Laws Continues
DMVC Productions = Results : Inconsistency in Child Protection Laws Continues:
By Gingging Avellanosa-Valle
Bahin sang Bubay
Sunday, October 5, 2014
"What is disturbing that government instrumentalities are even the ones implementing these violations."
read more here:
DFPS commissioner: ‘We failed Colton Turner’
DFPS commissioner: ‘We failed Colton Turner’ | KXAN.com:
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The top public servant responsible for the safety of Texas children at risk for abuse and neglect admits the Texas Department of Family Protective Services failed 2-year-old Colton Turner. The candid admission comes days after a scathing internal review into how Child Protective Services handled abuse complaints leading up to the boy’s death. It resulted in the firing of three CPS workers, including a program director.
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The top public servant responsible for the safety of Texas children at risk for abuse and neglect admits the Texas Department of Family Protective Services failed 2-year-old Colton Turner. The candid admission comes days after a scathing internal review into how Child Protective Services handled abuse complaints leading up to the boy’s death. It resulted in the firing of three CPS workers, including a program director.
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
Teen at center of medical custody dispute rushed to hospital
Teen at center of medical custody dispute rushed to hospital - WFSB 3 Connecticut:
NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) -
NEW HAVEN, CT (WFSB) -
A West Hartford teen once at the center of a custody dispute between her parents and Massachusetts officials was rushed to the hospital last week.
Ex-counselor and foster dad accused of raping newborn and sharing porn
Ex-counselor and foster dad accused of raping newborn and sharing porn - National domestic crimes | Examiner.com:
On Oct. 1 in a Baltimore City courtroom, a federal grand jury indicted Stephen H. Schaffner, 34, of Greensboro, Maryland, in connection with the sexual abuse of a six-week-old baby boy that included videotaping the abuse and obtaining graphic images of the abuse from the infant’s foster father, Michael Lutts, 50, of San Diego, California. According to a release from the FBI, Schaffner used to be a Maryland based licensed clinical professional counselor, while Lutts was a pediatric nurse in San Diego.
On Oct. 1 in a Baltimore City courtroom, a federal grand jury indicted Stephen H. Schaffner, 34, of Greensboro, Maryland, in connection with the sexual abuse of a six-week-old baby boy that included videotaping the abuse and obtaining graphic images of the abuse from the infant’s foster father, Michael Lutts, 50, of San Diego, California. According to a release from the FBI, Schaffner used to be a Maryland based licensed clinical professional counselor, while Lutts was a pediatric nurse in San Diego.
Ex-child welfare director pleading guilty to case
Ex-child welfare director pleading guilty to case | WISH-TV:
NEW CASTLE, Ind. (AP) — The former director of a central Indiana child welfare office is pleading guilty to charges that he lied to a federal grand jury investigating a high school counselor who’s charged with sexually exploiting students.
NEW CASTLE, Ind. (AP) — The former director of a central Indiana child welfare office is pleading guilty to charges that he lied to a federal grand jury investigating a high school counselor who’s charged with sexually exploiting students.
Justina Pelletier Hospitalized, "In Serious Pain," Spokesman Says
Justina Pelletier Hospitalized, "In Serious Pain," Spokesman Says - Hartford Courant:
Justina Pelletier is back in the hospital, according to a family spokesman.
Justina Pelletier is back in the hospital, according to a family spokesman.
Saturday, October 4, 2014
Advocacy group fires back at Coakley
Advocacy group fires back at Coakley - Sentinel & Enterprise:
BOSTON -- The national children's advocacy group at the center of a firestorm in the race for governor blasted as "irresponsible" the charge by Attorney General Martha Coakley that the group's lawsuit against the Department of Children and Families was meritless and driven by profit-seeking.
BOSTON -- The national children's advocacy group at the center of a firestorm in the race for governor blasted as "irresponsible" the charge by Attorney General Martha Coakley that the group's lawsuit against the Department of Children and Families was meritless and driven by profit-seeking.
Children’s advocacy group calls Coakly comments ‘irresponsible’
Children’s advocacy group calls Coakly comments ‘irresponsible’ - Metro - The Boston Globe:
A national children’s advocacy group struck back at Democratic gubernatorial nominee Martha Coakley Friday, saying she has leveled “irresponsible” charges against the group with her statement that it is suing the state’s troubled child welfare agency in order to collect hefty publicly funded legal fees.
A national children’s advocacy group struck back at Democratic gubernatorial nominee Martha Coakley Friday, saying she has leveled “irresponsible” charges against the group with her statement that it is suing the state’s troubled child welfare agency in order to collect hefty publicly funded legal fees.
Coakley’s defense of DCF foster care
Coakley’s defense of DCF foster care - CommonWealth Magazine:
THE FOSTER CARE case that has become a flashpoint in the race for governor is complicated, messy, and in some ways shocking, which makes it ideal as a political football.
The case is never mentioned in the ad that is now being aired by the Republican-backed Commonwealth Future Independent Expenditures PAC, but it provides the underpinning for the claims that Attorney General Martha Coakley knew about mismanagement at the Department of Children and Families, opposed reform, and “failed our most vulnerable citizens.”
THE FOSTER CARE case that has become a flashpoint in the race for governor is complicated, messy, and in some ways shocking, which makes it ideal as a political football.
The case is never mentioned in the ad that is now being aired by the Republican-backed Commonwealth Future Independent Expenditures PAC, but it provides the underpinning for the claims that Attorney General Martha Coakley knew about mismanagement at the Department of Children and Families, opposed reform, and “failed our most vulnerable citizens.”
Foster parent filmed himself sexually abusing a 6-week-old premature baby: FBI
Foster parent filmed himself sexually abusing a 6-week-old premature baby: FBI:
Two men — one in California, the other in Maryland– are facing multiple federal charges of sexually assaulting and exchanging graphic photos of a six-week-old premature infant brought home by one of the men as the child’s foster parent.
Two men — one in California, the other in Maryland– are facing multiple federal charges of sexually assaulting and exchanging graphic photos of a six-week-old premature infant brought home by one of the men as the child’s foster parent.
Judge: Abuse laws don’t apply to unborn children
Judge: Abuse laws don’t apply to unborn children:
ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) — A child abuse case against a South Dakota woman has been thrown out after a federal judge ruled that abuse and neglect laws don’t apply to unborn children.
ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) — A child abuse case against a South Dakota woman has been thrown out after a federal judge ruled that abuse and neglect laws don’t apply to unborn children.
Overturned child abuse conviction lands before U.S. Supreme Court
Overturned child abuse conviction lands before U.S. Supreme Court | cleveland.com:
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The U.S. Supreme Court agreed Thursday to hear an appeal from Ohio in a case in which a Cleveland man's conviction for child abuse was overturned.
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The U.S. Supreme Court agreed Thursday to hear an appeal from Ohio in a case in which a Cleveland man's conviction for child abuse was overturned.
Foster mother jailed for 'extremely severe' cruelty to three-year-old child in care
Foster mother jailed for 'extremely severe' cruelty to three-year-old child in care « Express & Star:
The little boy was badly bruised from head to foot during the five months his foster mother was supposed to be looking after him, a judge was told.
The little boy was badly bruised from head to foot during the five months his foster mother was supposed to be looking after him, a judge was told.
Alaska Supreme Court: Native child can be adopted by non-Native family
Alaska Supreme Court: Native child can be adopted by non-Native family - Fairbanks Daily News-Miner: Local News:
ANCHORAGE — In a split decision, the Alaska Supreme Court has ruled against the village of Tununak, which was appealing a lower court’s decision that allowed an Alaska Native infant to be adopted by non-Native parents rather than giving custody to her extended biological family in the tiny Western Alaska community.
ANCHORAGE — In a split decision, the Alaska Supreme Court has ruled against the village of Tununak, which was appealing a lower court’s decision that allowed an Alaska Native infant to be adopted by non-Native parents rather than giving custody to her extended biological family in the tiny Western Alaska community.
Former Cumberland County CASA volunteer found guilty in child-touching case
Former Cumberland County CASA volunteer found guilty in child-touching case | PennLive.com:
YORK — The former Cumberland County Court Appointed Special Advocates volunteer accused of inappropriately touching a 2-year-old girl in Wal-Mart could be facing prison time now that he has been found guilty of all charges.
YORK — The former Cumberland County Court Appointed Special Advocates volunteer accused of inappropriately touching a 2-year-old girl in Wal-Mart could be facing prison time now that he has been found guilty of all charges.
Friday, October 3, 2014
Today:10/3/14 is the 9th Anniversary of the ILLEGAL Kidnapping of my Granddaughter Isabella by the State of NH
I will never forget that day. How could I. It was the worst Birthday of my life.
My daughter cried in horror as Melissa Deane ripped her newborn baby girl out of her arm's, while Hospital Social Worker Kathy Lizotte stood there and looked on. The SW who befriended my daughter. Whom my daughter trusted and looked up to. The SW who turned around and reported her to Nashua,NH DCYF for illegal drugs in the baby's system, four day's before toxicology tests were even back. Morphine that was given to my daughter during labor by the same Hospital that reported her to DCYF. The same SW who signed off on Isabella's discharge paper's the day before she was supposed to go home, who instead listened to the ramblings of a lonely old drug counselor Janice Watson who tried to be my daughter's mentor. When her attempts failed, she threw my daughter and my family to the wolves, slandering every one of us and testifying under oath with lies about our whole family. The old witch even had the audacity to tell the Judge that the methadone given to my daughter in labor never reached the baby, so the morphine IV given in labor wouldn't have had time to reach the baby either. After six month's of being denied the medical records from the Hospital and the Health Center, they somehow finally appeared. Isabella was NEVER tested for methadone.
Nobody had these records so we thought they would help in getting Isabella back. They might have helped had Judge Bamberger accepted them into evidence, but he wouldn't. He said it was too bad if Isabella was taken illegally and it was too late to bring in the evidence.
That's NH for you. The Judges make up their own rules as they go and continue to let DCYF pull their strings. Once the Republican's get back in in November, hopefully Isabella will finally come home. After all, proof of innocence doesn't lie, that is if you have honorable people willing to look at it and try to help unlike NH Family Court Judges who rule on "Hearsay" ILLEGALLY!
So yes, we're still waiting for you to come home Isabella. Your entire REAL Family loves and misses you and hopefully you'll be home soon.
Love always, Grammy and the rest of your REAL Family
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Child's return to birth parents worries child welfare advocates
Child's return to birth parents worries child welfare advocates - 8 News NOW:
LAS VEGAS -- A 5-year-old girl, nearly beaten to death, may have to return to the parents who investigators say almost killed her.
My comment:
If in fact, without any doubt, this little girl actually WAS nearly beaten to death by her bio parent's, this would actually be child abuse. If she's being returned to her family, it sounds as though abuse at the hands of her family was never proven. Is this just another case of CPS false allegations and the unjust removal of a child?
LAS VEGAS -- A 5-year-old girl, nearly beaten to death, may have to return to the parents who investigators say almost killed her.
My comment:
If in fact, without any doubt, this little girl actually WAS nearly beaten to death by her bio parent's, this would actually be child abuse. If she's being returned to her family, it sounds as though abuse at the hands of her family was never proven. Is this just another case of CPS false allegations and the unjust removal of a child?
Report Calls For New Staff, More Coordination, Accountability At DCF
Report Calls For New Staff, More Coordination, Accountability At DCF | Vermont Public Radio:
State officials say more staffing at the Department for Children and Families and more accountability to the public will go a long way to strengthen the state’s child protective services.
State officials say more staffing at the Department for Children and Families and more accountability to the public will go a long way to strengthen the state’s child protective services.
Father Upset After Baby in Foster care Chokes on Baby Wipe
Father Upset After Baby Chokes on Baby Wipe - KWES NewsWest 9 / Midland, Odessa, Big Spring, TX: newswest9.com |:
MIDLAND - One year old Dakota Lee Ross-Hall is in a Lubbock hospital. David Hall is Dakota's biological father, he reached out to NewsWest 9 after he saw our story on Tuesday night. He says Dakota's future looks grim. Hall is frustrated because he claims he's getting different stories from doctors and Child Protective Services about what happened to his son.
MIDLAND - One year old Dakota Lee Ross-Hall is in a Lubbock hospital. David Hall is Dakota's biological father, he reached out to NewsWest 9 after he saw our story on Tuesday night. He says Dakota's future looks grim. Hall is frustrated because he claims he's getting different stories from doctors and Child Protective Services about what happened to his son.
'Blistering' court decision aimed at county's Child Welfare Services
'Blistering' court decision aimed at county's Child Welfare Services - 10News.com KGTV ABC10 San Diego:
SAN DIEGO - A family's nightmare led to a scathing court decision aimed at the county of San Diego. It is a decision that could impact anyone who is a parent.
SAN DIEGO - A family's nightmare led to a scathing court decision aimed at the county of San Diego. It is a decision that could impact anyone who is a parent.
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Child welfare bureau turnover, backlog fuel concerns about safety
Fatal Care | A Journal Sentinel Watchdog Update - Child welfare bureau turnover, backlog fuel concerns about safety:
When Mary Wolf left the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare this year, she wrote a pained letter to the agency's leadership in both Milwaukee and Madison:
When Mary Wolf left the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare this year, she wrote a pained letter to the agency's leadership in both Milwaukee and Madison:
Foster mom's capital murder trial delayed another month
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Foster mom's capital murder trial delayed another month - The Eagle: Crime:
Sherill Small is in Milam County Jail facing a murder charge after a 2-year-old girl under her foster care died on Wednesday.
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