Victims Who Were Unsafe at Home…
“Everyday I’m realizing that our children, should be aware of strangers, but more fearful of the evil living right in their very own homes.”
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“Everyday I’m realizing that our children, should be aware of strangers, but more fearful of the evil living right in their very own homes.”
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3 Comments
January 16 ,2008 at 7:03 am
Please contact me with any questions or comments about this blog by using the email posted on the front page.
Thanks.
September 21 ,2008 at 4:33 am
Heather,
I am a CASA/GAL (Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem). We are individuals that are completely independent of any person or entity involved in child neglect and/or abuse situations. We are appointed with the sole duty to advocate for what is in the best interest of the CHILD. Although we are often seen with Social Workers, Attorneys, etc., we are in NO way aligned with any. With that said, you should seriously consider calling your local child protection agency. You can find the applicable number(s) by doing an internet search including your state, and “child protective services”, or “report suspected child abuse or neglect.” In addition, you should know that states usually have laws that prevent disclosure to anyone regarding the individual(s) that make the report(s). Either questions or concerns regarding disclosure of information will be available to you online or when you call; be sure to ask so you can be comfortable enough to be candid. Even then, you can still do it anonymously if you choose.
To address your question about contacting an attorney or child protective services (CPS), I would recommend the later, at least initially. My reason is this, if there truly is something of concern taking place (CPS) is the entity most equipped to intervene. By this, I mean, they can investigate and file, based on their findings, which is recognized by the courts. Whereas, an attorney is retained to advocate on your behalf, regarding your concerns. I am certainly not trying to minimize the role of any attorney in this situation. I am merely trying to suggest that every state has an organization designed to address these particular concerns, as well as being properly equipped with the tools to assist all the parties involved.
Please, if you have serious, valid concerns, do something. Anything.
I sincerely admire your ability to seek insight from others.
January 19 ,2009 at 9:03 pm
Thanks for your web site. What programs are avilanle to help neglected kids. I live in Miami, Florida and would love to help