'They're damaging children' - Family courts criticised for failing to enforce their own orders

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Joanna Morris / Thursday 3 December 2015 / News

THE family courts are damaging children and vulnerable families by failing to enforce their own orders, says a Darlington woman.

The woman, who did not want to be named, and her former partner were ordered to attend mediation sessions and complete parenting courses after a custody battle went to the family courts.

She completed the requirements laid out in the court order but thus far, she said her ex-husband has failed to comply.


If she wants to ensure he obeys the order, she has been told she must take him back to court for another hearing at her own cost.

With the cost of hearings often exceeding £200 and legal aid increasingly difficult to access, the woman cannot afford to pursue the matter – a predicament she believes may face many vulnerable and low income families across the UK.

Accusing the legal system of lacking the teeth to ensure people comply with orders issued, she said the onus should not be on people like her to foot the bill for others’ failings.

She said: “This is not just about me or my children, it must affect hundreds.

“Social services can’t help because it’s not a safeguarding issue and the courts say we need to go back for another hearing, which costs £276.

“I did everything the courts asked me to but he’s refusing, even though these courses would improve life for our children – nobody’s a perfect parent.

“In order to make sure my kids are looked after properly, I have to pay to take him back to court.

“The courts are issuing these orders but not following through with them and it’s costing people a lot of money.

“Like many, I can’t afford a solicitor, court costs or to take the time out of work to do this.

“It means people are getting away with this kind of thing and it’s a situation that will only get worse.”

She added: “A lot of people split up this time of year and they don’t know what to do for the best – they need to know the pitfalls.

“They need to know even if they go to court, they can’t force people to comply with orders.
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“This issue needs to be addressed because the system is letting children down.”

A spokesman for the Ministry of Justice said: "The family court must always act with the best interests of children concerned. If any conditions are breached the court can consider appropriate enforcement action."

Are you at risk for D deficiency during pregnancy?

https://blog.vitamindcouncil.org/2013/01/23/are-you-at-risk-for-d-deficiency-during-pregnancy/

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Kate Saley

Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy is relatively common and may cause significant adverse health issues for both mother and child. Studied health issues associated with low vitamin D status during pregnancy include preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, post postpartum depression, and low birth weight.

Recent research reports that having given birth two or more times, giving birth to more than one child at a time (e.g. twins), and non-tanned skin are  significant risk factors for vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy.

Dr Andersen and colleagues in Denmark recruited 1,108 pregnant women who took part in the prospective “Odense Child Cohort.” Participants completed a questionnaire reporting skin tone, country of birth, pregnancy height and weight, and sun exposure habits. The researchers received information about body mass index (BMI), smoking habits, and the number of pregnancies the woman has had from examination notes. Between the 8^th and 16^th week of gestation, blood samples were drawn to assess vitamin D status.

The researchers found that 27.8% of the participants were vitamin D insufficient, while 3.5% were deficient or severely deficient. However, it must be pointed out that the researchers considered vitamin D insufficiency as < 20 ng/ml and deficiency < 10 ng/ml. If the authors used a cutoff point of 30 ng/ml, 70% of participants would be considered insufficient.

The authors report:

“Adjusted predictors of vitamin D insufficiency were overweight and smoking, whereas having a self-reported ‘darker white’ skin compared to ‘pale white’ or ‘white’ and being nulliparous [first pregnancy] were protective. The association between darker self-reported skin tone to higher vitamin D levels in an almost exclusive Caucasian population is interpreted as a result of tanning (increased UVB-exposure) rather than race-dependent darker skin.”

Interestingly, the number of times a woman has given birth was inversely correlated with vitamin D levels, regardless of season. The researchers also found that increased maternal age was surprisingly associated with increased vitamin D levels, particularly during winter months.

A small percentage of participants in the study were of non-European origin (classified as having one parent born outside Europe). Not surprisingly, non-European origin was associated with an increased risk of vitamin D deficiency during the summer season, most-likely due to decreased vitamin D synthesis compared to women of European origin. The vitamin D levels of the two groups were not significantly different during winter months.

In regards to smoking, insufficiency among smokers was most prevalent during the winter, but not summer months, suggesting smokers had lower overall supplemental and/or dietary intake of vitamin D.

The present study does have numerous limitations including small sample size, lack of generalizability (participants are mainly of European descent), the use of self-reported data in regards to skin tone, and lack of information on supplementation and dietary vitamin D intake.

The researchers suggest that evaluation of current supplement guidelines is needed to decrease the risk of health problems as a result of D deficiency during pregnancy.

Source

Andersen L, Abrahamsen B, Dalgard C, et al. Parity and tanned white skin as novel predictors of vitamin d status in early pregnancy: A population-based cohort study. Clin Endocrinol. Jan 2013.

You Stole Her Heart A Gripping Look into the Department of Human Services

By Joseph Snook
Investigative Reporter

This is an exposé on the Department of Human Services (DHS) and how they stripped three young children from their mother. This article will reflect on how it was done under the auspice of “keeping the children safe.” The tactics DHS used, the rights they abused, the evidence they created and the evidence they simply turned a blind-eye towards is something every mother and father should be aware of. This is a - “Gripping Look into the Department of Human Services.”
When it comes to the safety of children, and their well-being, it is very important to understand that some families endure problematic events that present circumstances where action needs to be taken. Sometimes, removing children from parent(s) to protect everyone in the family is a necessary decision. Sometimes it is not, and this is when the US~Observer gets involved…
As an investigative reporter, I have witnessed many examples of government agencies that don't always do the right thing. For many reasons, the interests of certain government agencies can potentially alter government employees intentions. Sadly, for Amber Caitlin Parker, her three young children have been “stolen by DHS.”
DHS Background – From DHS:

“At any given time, Oregon's DHS can have up to 9,000 children in their system, at a cost of up to $27,000.00 per child annually.” --Margaret Carter, Deputy Director, Oregon Department of Human Services

“The 1971 Oregon Legislature created the Oregon Department of Human Resources, an agency providing a spectrum of human services to individuals, families and communities.
“The 2001 Oregon Legislature reorganized the department and changed its name to the Oregon Department of Human Services. In 2009 the Oregon Legislature transferred many of the health related functions to the newly created Oregon Health Authority. Today, the Department of Human Services key functions serve children, adults and families and seniors and people with disabilities.”

“They Stole My Heart”
--Amber Caitlin Parker

Amber Caitlin Parker (Duran)

Albany, OR - After years of abuse endured during two separate intimate relationships, Amber Parker found herself alone, supporting her three young children. Amber's life was threatened on more than one occasion by her former boyfriend David Boatright, father of her oldest child.
Michael Duran, father of Amber's two youngest children and currently married (divorce has been filed) to Amber, had also reportedly threatened and attempted to take her life numerous times.
David Boatwright's criminal history as described in a psychological report, which reflects on DHS documents produced by former DHS employee Kimberly Williams, shows that he has an extensive criminal record. Williams' report didn't differentiate between charges and convictions wherein the crimes included Assault I, Attempted assault of a public safety officer in 2011, Assault IV/Domestic Violence in 2008, Domestic Abuse/Harassment in 2007, Harassment in 2007, Assault/Harassment in 2006, Criminal Mischief II in 2006, Criminal Mischief II in 2007 and Menacing in 2005. Williams wrote that Boatright has a history of alcohol and drug abuse and domestic violence. It was confirmed according to documents obtained that Boatright would submit to random UA's and anger management/domestic violence batterer's programming. No information was obtained that confirmed whether or not these courses were completed. This reporter attempted to communicate with Mr. Boatright after a recent full review hearing, but was unable to make contact.
Michael Duran's criminal history was described in a psyche exam, which reflected on a report also produced by Kimberly Williams of DHS. His record reflected: "forcible entry", likely burglary in August of 2000, Possession of Controlled Substance (PCS) in 2002, Open Container in 2002, DUII in 2003, PCS in 2004, Assault IV in 2005, Attempt to elude in 2008. Convictions were for Assault IV, DUII, and attempt to elude. It is somewhat unclear which of these "charges" and "convictions" may have represented the same instances. Further inquiry into Duran's criminal history revealed the following: Parole violation on 11/10/11, Burglary I, PCS in 2005, Manufacture of Rock Cocaine, Felony drug possession 2005, felony drug possession 2006, Child neglect 1st degree 2005, Endangering welfare 2005, Contempt of court 2004. Duran is currently awaiting trial on reported Assault charges against Amber Caitlin Parker (police reports were used in our findings). Mr. Duran was contacted by this reporter and stated that, he was, “Advised not to talk to any reporters.” He further stated that, “He would be willing to talk, once everything was over.”
“I think PTSD played a factor in the following months after this whole thing started, Still I flinch when guys move too quickly if I don't trust them - which is most of them, or when they raise their voice.”
-- Amber Parker
Reported text messages sent from Duran to Amber stated that he would “paint her house in red with her blood.” In the fairly small community of Albany Oregon, one former neighbor of Duran's stated, “His father was in prison for murder, and he has many family members who are into drugs and violence. Michael Duran is probably the worst Duran I know of.”

Amber's bruises, "after one of their arguments," referring to Michael Duran.

“Michael and I were arguing (I think about his partying), we were in our bedroom next to the bed, he lifted me up by my neck about 6 inches - 1 foot off the ground and held me against the wall. When he let go about 5-10 seconds later, I almost fell onto our (at the time 2-3 week old) son. I put my hands down to stop myself from landing on him. My neck was very sore and I couldn't turn my head to the right for several days afterwards. I had 3 small bruises on the right side of my neck, and still have a ‘lump’ that sticks out a little bit.”
– Amber Parker
According to police reports, Duran “choked Amber and kicked her in the stomach” just months after she gave birth to their child and threw her out of a moving automobile, then attempted to “run her over.” Duran spent a total of ten months in prison for this and was released in October of 2009. After his release, Amber, apparently naive at the time, wanted to give their family a second chance. Her attempts failed and Duran allegedly continued to abuse her. Amber has since filed for divorce and obtained a restraining order against Duran, issued on December 16, 2011. Duran was recently indicted by a Grand Jury on Feb. 22, 2012 and is awaiting trial for assault IV, felony domestic violence charges. The trial is reportedly set for sometime in August as of this publication.
Amber has claimed many things according to documents from DHS. She has claimed that someone had broken into her house and attempted to poison her children, that they were coming in through the closet and attic. Another report stated that Boatright was drilling holes in her roof to “spy on her.”
They were very strange accusations, but when you look into the issues surrounding them and the domestic abuse that Amber suffered, it's surprising that she has been able to maintain her composure throughout this process. DHS documents claim that Amber was either using drugs or was a paranoid schizophrenic. She was battered, DHS!
On or around November 4, 2011, David Boatright was given custody of Amber's oldest son. On or around November 14, 2011, Amber's two youngest children were officially placed in foster care. At that time, she reportedly volunteered to do whatever she could to get her children back. Amber was referred by DHS to a Psychologist that they often use. Amber underwent a comprehensive psychological exam given by James A. Ewell, Ph.D. in Eugene Oregon. Ewell's report stated, “In addition to information gathered through the procedures mentioned above, I also received background data from Ms. Williams' letter of referral. Accompanying that letter Ms. Williams forwarded additional documents describing Ms. Duran's history, behaviors and contact with agency workers. These materials were briefly reviewed PRIOR to my meeting with her.” Strangely enough, Ewell's diagnosis apparently fell in line with what DHS had presumed... He stated that, “I do not believe Amber would currently be able to safely parent/protect her children, if they were returned to her care. She should be evaluated for the possible use of psychotropic medications. She probably also could benefit from supportive psychotherapy. She should continue to submit random urinalysis screenings...” While reading Ewell's entire report, I found parts of it repetitive and similar to what I had read from DHS reports.
Shortly after her children were taken, Amber obtained the help of the US~Observer. Amber was very skeptical of Ewell's report. She was strongly opposed to using psychotropic drugs, which Ewell suggested, and therefore unwilling to comply with a report she adamantly disagreed with.
Amber subsequently obtained an independent psychological exam from a well known psychologist out of Portland, Oregon.
This second exam was conducted by Frank Colistro Ed. D. (Ed. D. is a Doctor of Education Degree, equivalent to a professor or lecturer at the university level). Colistro found that Amber had similar findings resulting from similar tests given by Ewell, although Colistro's report seemed less repetitive and much more thorough to this reporter. Colistro stated, “Overall, results of this assessment do not support Dr. Ewell's diagnosis of Schizophrenia or any other form of mental illness, nor are there any indications of a substance abuse problem.”
Colistro also stated that Amber's findings were, “supportive of the appellation of Battered Women's Syndrome...”

Two different psychological exams produced two different conclusions

What would you do if you were beaten by the father of your child? What would you do if your life was threatened constantly? What if you were almost intentionally ran over by an automobile driven by your husband? What if you were choked, beaten, had your finger broken, and were constantly attacked and verbally assaulted? What if you were told that your house was going to be painted red with your own blood? What if you were kicked in the stomach? What if your ex's had such extensive rap sheets as reported in this article? What would you do if the people you looked up to for help, reportedly disregarded your claims and ultimately used them against you, then stole your children? What if the people who were supposed to help you, failed to understand that you were the victim of extreme domestic violence? What if the help they offered required UA's instead of treatment for domestic abuse? What if the help you were ridiculed for not accepting, required the use of psychotropic drugs?
One thing is clear to this writer: Amber has taken numerous parenting courses, she has removed herself from the presence of her exes. She has obtained restraining orders against her exes, she has filed for divorce from Duran, and has been doing all she can to get her children back. She has reportedly undergone 20 clean UA's (one was reportedly inconclusive due to a prescription she was taking at that time) and she has NO CRIMINAL HISTORY WHATSOEVER. Amber has a perfect record, minus a couple traffic citations. According to one psyche exam, "Amber has made substantial efforts to grow and learn in the area of parenting. Although not employed, she involves herself in productive, pro-social activities such as volunteering for the Humane Society and staying active in her church."
What would you do if you were subjected to this kind of treatment? What if you were told your children were possibly going to be placed in foster care permanently?
At a recent full review hearing, this writer communicated with DHS employee David Purcell.
Mr. Purcell, Julia Blackburn's (case worker assigned) supervisor, filled in for her at the hearing. Mr. Purcell expressed that he could not communicate with the press, but was willing to listen. Mr. Purcell was given this writers contact phone number and was asked to give it to his supervisor. Mr. Purcell was also informed of Amber's willingness to cooperate with DHS, given they were willing to accept her position regarding the psychological exams. It was surprising to see Mr. Purcell not only do the right thing during the hearing, but his willingness to listen was a trait this writer respects. I can report that Mr. Purcell appeared to be an honest person, who's intentions were truly genuine.
At the recent full review hearing, DHS' Attorney stated, "we've received information that a reporter is present" and asked that the judge not allow it. Judge Daniel Murphy responded by quoting Oregon law and the first amendment, then asked if anyone "objected", to which there was no reply. Concluding the hearing, Judge Murphy stated that if the children are not given back to one of the parents by August 9, 2012, that one of the attorneys needed to schedule another review hearing. Judge Murphy appeared to be concerned for the children, which was evident when he spoke to the many attorney's present.
Editor’s Note: The US~Observer contacted Julia Blackburn who is/was the case worker at DHS assigned to this case. During the short conversation, Blackburn stated, "I don't feel comfortable talking." We were eventually put into contact with DHS supervisor Marco Benavides. Mr. Benavides reassured the US~Observer that Amber’s case would be reassessed. Nothing has been documented to prove anything has happened as of this publication. In fact, Amber is reportedly awaiting a hearing where the determination will be made regarding DHS's decision to keep her children from her permanently.
Amber is a fit mother that needs counseling for Battered Women's Syndrome. DHS has failed thus far at doing the right thing in this case. DHS has given out of office visitation to Duran for the two youngest children and temporary custody of the eldest child to Boatright.
Amber currently has to visit her children under strict supervision at DHS. DHS has even gone as far as telling Amber she cannot "talk to the children about future placement with her..." In other words, if one of her children said they wanted to come home, she must "redirect the conversation." Amber was also recently notified that she was no longer permitted to take photos of her own children during her visits with them.
What is wrong with this picture people? David Boatright has custody of Amber’s oldest son and Michael Duran has visits with Amber’s two younger children, outside of DHS supervision, while he most likely awaits another prison term for his alleged criminal attacks on Amber. Amber’s visits with her own children are closely monitored and supervised, as she is constantly dissected and examined by DHS. This is NOT okay with this writer and this is NOT okay with the US~Observer. This is incompetence, it is negligence and this is absolute abuse of Amber. It will NOT continue…
If you have any information regarding DHS employees, Julia Blackburn, Kimberly Williams (former DHS) or Marco Benavides, please contact the US~Observer immediately via email edtior@usobserver.com, or call 541-474-7885. It’s time to put an end to abuse at the hands of DHS.

http://usobserver.com/archive/june-12/dhs-you-stole-her-heart.htm

Vitamin D linked to autoimmune disorders

Posted on April 12, 2012 by John Cannell, MD

There are more than 160 human autoimmune diseases, everything from type one diabetes to Lou Gehrig’s disease. They arise from an improper immune response to substances and tissues normally present in the body. In other words, the body mistakes itself as foreign and attacks its own self. The common treatment of autoimmune diseases today is to suppress the immune system in general with medications.

Recently a Chinese group led by Dr. C Mok and colleagues from Tuen Mun Hospital in Hong Kong studied 290 lupus patients and confirmed previous findings that the lower your vitamin D level, the worse your lupus. The association (remember association is not causation) was quite strong. Dr. Mok also found an amazing 96% of the lupus patients were vitamin D insufficient.

The lower your vitamin D level, the worse your lupus.

Mok CC, Birmingham DJ, Leung HW, Hebert LA, Song H, Rovin BH. Vitamin D levels in Chinese patients with systemic lupus erythematosus: relationship with disease activity, vascular risk factors and atherosclerosis Rheumatology (Oxford). 2012 Apr;51(4):644-52. Epub 2011 Jun 29.

In an accompanying editorial, Professor Luis Munoz and colleagues from Erlangen University Hospital in Germany supplied a new insight into how vitamin D is involved in autoimmune disorders, and, as far as I am aware, every one of the 160 autoimmune disorders studied so far is somehow involved with vitamin D. What could the connection be, what do 160 autoimmune diseases have in common with vitamin D?

Munoz LE, Schiller M, Zhao Y, Voll RE, Schett G, Herrmann M. Do low vitamin D levels cause problems of waste removal in patients with SLE? Rheumatology (Oxford). 2012 Apr;51(4):585-7. Epub 2011 Oct 27.

Dr. Munoz points out that vitamin D (the repair and maintenance man of the human body) has a “waste removal” function mediated via the immune system. That’s right, vitamin D is also a garbage man for the human body; it stimulates the immune system to come around and collect the debris and detritus of what is left of cells that have gone through the normal process of apoptosis, or cell death.

Evidence that a similar defect links all 160 autoimmune diseases in this garbage man process is not complete but increasingly likely. To quote Professor Munoz, “Considering these robust epidemiological data, one might believe that vitamin D deficiency plays a pivotal role in the multifaceted (cause) of autoimmunity that deserves further scientific research to pinpoint the mechanisms of action of vitamin D in the phagocytosis (eating) and clearance of dying cells.”

About John Cannell, MD

Dr. John Cannell is founder of the Vitamin D Council. He has written many peer-reviewed papers on vitamin D and speaks frequently across the United States on the subject. Dr. Cannell holds an M.D. and has served the medical field as a general practitioner, itinerant emergency physician, and psychiatrist.

View all posts by John Cannell, MD →

http://blog.vitamindcouncil.org/2012/04/12/vitamin-d-linked-to-autoimmune-disorders/

Legally Kidnapped

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• Prosecute children over false allegations, say teachers
• Family's anguish as they face THIRD forced adoption
• DENNIS RODMAN FACES LEGAL CHARGES OVER CHILD SUPPORT
• CPS Illegally Takes Children
• Missteps on child welfare
• Threats to social workers cited

Prosecute children over false allegations, say teachers Posted: 09 Apr 2012 08:57 AM PDT Prosecute children over false allegations, say teachers Children who falsely accuse teachers of committing assaults should be prosecuted amid fears over a rise in the number of malicious allegations, unions said.

Family's anguish as they face THIRD forced adoption Posted: 09 Apr 2012 07:45 AM PDT Family's anguish as they face THIRD forced adoption A mum forced to give up her two kids for adoption by a gay couple wept last night as she told how her third baby has been offered to the same men.

DENNIS RODMAN FACES LEGAL CHARGES OVER CHILD SUPPORT Posted: 09 Apr 2012 07:27 AM PDT DENNIS RODMAN FACES LEGAL CHARGES OVER CHILD SUPPORT Former Chicago Bulls basketball player Dennis Rodman is in court to face charges that he owes nearly $860,000 in unpaid child support. In an indication of how serious these charges are for Rodman, he may have to serve up to 20 days in jail if a court finds he has not met his obligations. Rodman attended a court session regarding this issue but a sentencing decision will not take place until next month.

CPS Illegally Takes Children Posted: 09 Apr 2012 06:33 AM PDT CPS Illegally Takes Children In what can only be described as a vendetta, Houston CPS workers illegally took two small grandchildren from a loving, Christian, single grandmother to cover their own failure to investigate a complaint three months earlier regarding the children's exposure to drug use. THSC has responded by suing CPS in a federal civil rights case.

Missteps on child welfare Posted: 09 Apr 2012 06:22 AM PDT Missteps on child welfare Children may be poorly served by state and local governments -- but not in the ways the public thinks.

Threats to social workers cited Posted: 09 Apr 2012 05:22 AM PDT Threats to social workers cited Social workers involved in the Phoenix Sinclair case claim their personal safety will be at risk if their identities are disclosed at an upcoming public inquiry. Note: I say expose them.  That poor child is dead because of their failures, they do not deserve shielding.

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• High ranking expected in foster care problems
• '16 & PREGNANT' COUPLE Pregnant AGAIN After Child Services Incident
• Arla Patch: Maine takes step to reconcile past takings
• Ex-state employee convicted in child welfare fraud case
• Foster death rally planned
• The Foster Kid That The Easter Bunny Forgot- Baby LK Report For April 8th 2012
• Vermont joins other New England states to develop a Sibling Bill of Rights for children and youth in state custody
• A Quote.
• Foster child disappears, found drowned in pond
• Foster family mourns death of autistic girl Ariana Pivachek, found in retention pond

High ranking expected in foster care problems Posted: 09 Apr 2012 03:41 AM PDT High ranking expected in foster care problems Don't be surprised if Oklahoma is No. 1 in the nation next year for abuse and neglect of children in foster care, state officials say.

'16 & PREGNANT' COUPLE Pregnant AGAIN After Child Services Incident Posted: 09 Apr 2012 03:34 AM PDT '16 & PREGNANT' COUPLEPregnant AGAINAfter Child Services Incident It's barely been six months since Child Protective Services took away their daughter -- but TMZ has learned, "16 and Pregnant" couple Ebony and Joshua Rendon are PREGNANT ... AGAIN.

Arla Patch: Maine takes step to reconcile past takings Posted: 08 Apr 2012 07:40 PM PDT Arla Patch: Maine takes step to reconcile past takings In May 2011, our governor signed the first ever Truth and Reconciliation Declaration of Intent between state and tribal governments.

Ex-state employee convicted in child welfare fraud case Posted: 08 Apr 2012 07:07 PM PDT Ex-state employee convicted in child welfare fraud case A former state employee has been sentenced to 14 years in state prison for masterminding a child care fraud ring.

Foster death rally planned Posted: 08 Apr 2012 06:58 PM PDT Foster death rally planned One year after her four-month-old baby died in foster care, an Alberta mother is calling on the province to re-examine its Child and Family Services' laws.

The Foster Kid That The Easter Bunny Forgot- Baby LK Report For April 8th 2012 Posted: 08 Apr 2012 05:24 PM PDT

Vermont joins other New England states to develop a Sibling Bill of Rights for children and youth in state custody Posted: 08 Apr 2012 05:16 PM PDT Vermont joins other New England states to develop a Sibling Bill of Rights for children and youth in state custody At the 2012 Youth Conference held today at Johnson State College, Department for Children and Families (DCF) Commissioner Dave Yacovone signed a Sibling Bill of Rights — formally recognizing the value of sibling relationships and reinforcing the department's commitment to preserving these important connections for children and youth in state care. Commissioner Yacovone was joined by DCF Family Services Division Deputy Commissioner Cindy Walcott, Youth Development Committee Board President Nick Gee, State Youth Development Program Coordinator Katherine Boise, and Americorps VISTA member Quinn Lockwood who also signed the bill.

A Quote. Posted: 08 Apr 2012 05:02 PM PDT "Managing a birth mom under normal conditions is stressful." - A Foster Parent

Foster child disappears, found drowned in pond Posted: 08 Apr 2012 04:57 PM PDT Foster child disappears, found drowned in pond A 9-year-old autistic girl went missing Saturday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Foster family mourns death of autistic girl Ariana Pivachek, found in retention pond Posted: 08 Apr 2012 04:37 PM PDT Foster family mourns death of autistic girl Ariana Pivachek, found in retention pond A foster family is mourning the loss of a severely autistic girl who wandered off from a home and was found dead in a retention pond.

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