Foster Care Independence Act

children foster mother is in charge of her children medical care at the moment. Case Manager asked client where she receives medical services. Client stated that at the moment she receives medical services from Bronx Lebanon. Case Manager asked client if anyone in her household has any medical condition, client stated no. Client explained to client that all resident are expected to submit medical documentation (physical and immunization). Client stated that she will contact her children’s foster…

The group home was very similar to a foster home except it offered us boys more structure and routine than we would receive at a traditional foster home. It think is important to state that I was not placed in this group home necessarily because of anything I did but because my mother could no longer care for me and I began acting out mostly due to how unfit she was as a parent. As I aged, I understood more and more that…

Application of Psychological Theory and Research to Understanding Depression This case study concerns Tracy, a 25-year-old female indicated (by background information provided) to have come from a background of incompetent biological parents, foster homes, and a clear lack of stable, trusting relationships. It is also mentioned that Tracy has been referred for psychological help by concerned friends after suffering from an emotional breakdown coinciding with and possibly due to her sudden and…

keep children in their homes with their families rather than in foster home or institutions. This movement was created because a change was needed on an earlier policy known as family breakup, which pulled children out of unfit homes, but at this time living in poverty was seen as a justified reason to remove children from their homes. Initially, the term "family preservation" was applied to Homebuilders, which was known as a foster care placement prevention program developed in 1974 in Tacoma,…

and the children’s replacement from her care. Ms. Meeks was represented at this conference by Social Worker, Caitlin Harrison. Ms. Harrison stated that the Legal Aid Society is in support of foster children Dymnasty Spann and Diamond Charles returning to the foster home of Sandra Gustard. Ms. Harrison conveyed that her agency had ongoing communication with the children prior to the incident and they consistently expressed their desire to remain in the care of Ms. Gustard. Ms. Harrison…

Presenting Problem: Justin Curtis is a foster child who is currently placed at Arrow Diagnostic in Parkville, MD. Justin had been placed with one foster parent since 2006, when he first came into care. Justin came into care after allegations of child abuse. Justin started having behavioral problems in 2012, after his foster father passed away. Justin constantly missed curvfew, got into trouble with the law and refused to take medication as prescribed or participate in therapeutic services.…

Native American teenager, who wants to be called Zits. Zits was raised in the foster care system since his Indian father left him with his mother and then his mother died shortly after. The foster homes being new and sometimes a cruel environment lead to Zits’ decline in adequate behavior, diminishing his innocence and constructing his bad reputation. Zits’ mischievousness is a result of his past with his family and foster care, and his current situation that is constantly seeking attention.…

from their parent is something that no parent ever wants. Protecting the children is the most important thing we can do as they are our future. When a child is taken away from their family and placed in a foster care home, broken away from their family. While there have been success stories of foster homes and adoptions. There are plenty stories of abuse of all kind (emotional, physical, and sexual). The removal of a child from their family is one of the worst things that ever happen. Why are…

In order to understand my crucible we will have to encroach into my childhood. The trail that i had to endure in my youth. I wasn't able to fully enjoy my childhood as a kid. There were many downsides of not being able to do what other kids did. During the early years of my childhood i had to mature faster then most kids in this country. I was never allowed to go out in front of my house for any reason. I couldn't make trouble with anybody and anywhere. Although there were barely any downsides…

There are time restraints that determine when these court dates need to occur depending on when the allegation first occurred. These time restraints and uncertainty relates to child safety and permanency. First a child may bounce between guardians, foster homes and relatives when court happens especially if they have been removed from the home. They might not be able to gain trust or feel safe because they are moving around so much. It is hard to find permanency in a home especially when the…