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A child welfare case leads to a stunning dissent from Michigan’s Chief Justice

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

More than just a dissent in an individual case, this opinion is a call to transform “child welfare” in Michigan – and everywhere else. is a brilliant dissection of the failings of both law and practice in “child welfare” in Michigan and pretty much everywhere else in America.

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Children Who Witness Domestic Violence May Suffer Long-term Difficulties

Shelter, Inc

Ninety percent of youth in the child welfare system report having been exposed to at least one traumatic event in their life. Each traumatic event can cause invisible wounds that can change how a child develops. OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH. Many have experienced more.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems. Flexibility in adapting treatment plans is essential, as goals are met, new issues emerge, or crises arise.

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What to Expect When a Child Discharges From a Children’s Psychiatric Hospital

KVC

The therapist provides the family with updates throughout the child’s stay, develops the treatment plan and goals, and works with the family to ensure the client is making progress and can discharge to a lower level of care. The child’s family will also work with other members of KVC’s multidisciplinary treatment team.

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Help Your Clients Get the Most Out of ABA Parent Training

Relias

If you see that they need assistance, provide it.