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View ACF COVID-19 Responses and Resources It also provides interpretations of federal laws and program regulations initiated by inquiries from state and tribal child welfare agencies or ACF Regional Offices. Technical bulletins cover a variety of topics, and currently include: the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS), the National Youth in Transition Database (NYTD), the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS), and child welfare monitoring. Thank you. For the full website experience, please update your browser to one of theIt could be because it is not supported, or that JavaScript is intentionally disabled. Some of the features on CT.gov will not function properly with out javascript enabled. This will cause brief interruptions in the phone and voicemail systems but expect minimal breaks in service.E-Mail us. It provides general background to assist courts and legal organizations as they seek to partner with child welfare agencies in leveraging this new source of federal support for child and parent representation. The federal government pays a percentage of the state payments to such caregivers. As the result of the recent policy change, states can now seek administrative cost reimbursement from the federal government to pay half of the cost of attorneys for children who are eligible for Title IV-E foster care benefits—and half of the cost of attorneys for their parents. The following language reflects that change: The title IV-E agency’s representation in judicial determinations continues to be an allowable administrative cost. These administrative costs of legal representation must be paid through the title IV-E agency. This change in policy will ensure that, among other things, reasonable efforts are made to prevent removal and finalize the permanency plan, and parents and youth are engaged in and complying with case plans.
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This presumably begins when the case is first brought to the attention of the parent or child’s attorney through the time the case is terminated following the child’s return home, adoption, guardianship, or aging out of the court process. Under that statute, federal administrative matching funds for training also include training for CASA volunteers, guardians ad litem, and court staff. Courts and legal organizations should look to the agency to learn how they have documented and claimed funding for attorneys representing the agency. If one’s state has never claimed these funds, it may be necessary to look to a neighboring state. Note the highlighted wording at the beginning of the question preceding the policy change: To put it another way, the agency must claim the funds from the federal government through an agreement with the court or public entity providing legal representation then pass through the funds under that agreement. Whether there is one or multiple contracts will depend on the state. In any case, under such an agreement, the courts or other public entities must document the costs of the attorneys in a format that allows the child welfare agency to meet federal reimbursement requirements. And the words “all stages of foster care legal proceedings” mean the agency cannot limit the time or scope of legal representation. Whether a child is eligible for such payments depends on the financial circumstances of the parents or relatives from whom the child was removed. A complicated set of criteria governs such eligibility. This means under the new policy, the federal government will not pay for half the cost of representation for all foster children and their parents but will pay for the cost of child and parent legal representation based on a state’s proportion of foster children eligible for Title IV-E.
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The percentage of states’ foster children who meet Title IV-E eligibility requirements on a given day varies widely from state to state, ranging from less than 25 to over 75. This percentage is sometimes referred to either as a state’s Title IV-E “coverage rate” or “penetration rate.” Title IV-E matching funds for training of attorneys for parents and children have been available before the recent policy change, and the rate of reimbursement for training is 75 percent. However, courts and legal organizations do need to understand that Title IV-E funds can be claimed only to match state funds. That is, Title IV-E funds must be “matched” by state funds and not funds from other federal sources. For example, if a state is using Court Improvement Program funds (Title IV-B, Part 2) for training, it can’t claim Title IV-E funds to match a percentage of that amount. The Title IV-E coverage rate for foster children is 40.That is, the state agency must claim the funds on behalf of a state or local program providing representation. In the agreement, which may take the form of a Memorandum of Understanding, the public organization providing representation must agree to document the costs of representation in a way that satisfies the requirements of the Title IV-E agency. The Memorandum of Understanding should specify that attorneys for parents and children will provide independent representation of their clients, consistent with their ethical obligations as attorneys. It can set forth a timeline for the steps of the process and can specify how state and federal legal requirements will be met. The MOU can also call for other forms of collaboration between the agency and the public entity providing representation, so long as such collaboration is consistent with the ethics of legal practice. Mark has long been recognized as an early innovator in the child welfare legal field.
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His research and scholarship and his work on legislative, regulatory, and court rule reform affecting abused and neglected children helped shape child welfare legal policy and practice. A CPS investigation must begin within 24 hours and usually includes: Preponderance of evidence means evidence which is of greater weight or more convincing than evidence which is offered in opposition to it; a 51 likelihood that abuse or neglect occurred. The department must assist the child's family in voluntarily participating in community-based services commensurate with risk level determined by the risk assessment (structured decision making tool). A referral to community-based services must be made by CPS. Services must be provided by CPS, in conjunction with community-based services. See the Central Registry page for more information regarding central registry. The court may deny the petition, including the request for removal. Can arrangements be made for the child until those services case be put in place? Previous termination of parental rights includes situations in which. One hundred years later, we are in an unprecedented situation with the COVID-19 pandemic impacting our communities and threatening the health, safety, and well-being of children, youth, and families, and the workforce that serves them. We once again take up the mantle to support you as you navigate the critical waters of not only addressing the health, safety, and well-being of your children, families, and communities, but of those who work with them. As we have been hearing your concerns, we have been raising them on Capitol Hill and advocating for what is needed to support your work during this unprecedented time. There is no roadmap to follow, but we do know that supporting each other and sharing what we know, what has been tried, and what is working are the things that will help us make it through.
CWLA Tribute: Child Welfare Response to Coronavirus Under each tab is information on what you should know about symptoms, how you should reaction, updates on the latest outbreaks and other information and targeted information for communities, schools and other settings. This website is a resource to help advance the understanding of the virus, inform the public, and brief policy-makers in order to guide responses, improve care, and save lives. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration has a comprehensive guide to all federal funding opportunities for broadband on BroadbandUSA. Also, the Children’s Bureau provides low-cost or no-cost technology options that can be used to facilitate child welfare-related communication. They include letters to various stakeholders ?— including parents, caregivers, and providers ?— guidance for conducting home visits, and more. The Florida DCF Secretary encourages people to use ACCESS Self-Service Portal to apply for benefits, upload documents, and report changes. Dropboxes at storefront locations are also available. In addition, this webpage has resources for employers and information for workplaces. Ohio Children’s Alliance Lends Voice to COVID-19 Nonprofit Relief Efforts Resources include procedures for confirmed cases of COVID-19, foster care home visits, guidance for ICPC, and more. In addition, a comprehensive checklist was developed to guide local education agencies (LEAs) and child welfare agencies during COVID-19. Resources include assistance to help for small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Kansas Appleseed provided an analysis of the executive order. There are guides for service providers on how to plan for and prevent an outbreak in homeless communities. The guide includes tips to help reduce stress before, during, and after a disaster or a traumatic event and an activity sheet for young children.
This page also covers a wide range of topics and will feature interviews with researchers, policy-makers, frontline child welfare workers, community members, youth, and many others. Download and listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, GooglePlay, Spotify, and SoundCloud. You can also listen to the podcast on the CASCW YouTube channel. This document explores how kids worry more when they are kept in the dark and provides tips for parents and caregivers on what to say. Featured newsletter and various posts including What Young Parents Need to Weather the COVID-19 Crisis and Stabilizing Supports for Children and Families during the Pandemic. TDC4 has collected resources to guide parents, caregivers, and other adults in how to assist children and families when facing isolation or other issues related to COVID-19. The article covers risk communications and leadership best practices to help others and minimize risk. GU also shares the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tool that allows individuals who don’t normally file a tax return to register for economic impact payments. There are also webinars offered from March 25 through April 13 that will cover various topics focused on health care providers. Furthermore, children of different age groups may have different behavioral and emotional responses to the outbreak, and this page shares how to help children cope. Under the parenting section, you can find activities to do at home and how to explain the outbreak to children. The page details the webinar series: Addressing Abuse and Neglect during COVID-19. The series includes “a clear, digestible, and informal way to clarify COVID-19’s impact on select Medicaid policies.” The resource guides address the following topics: COVID-19 and Child Welfare Caseworkers, COVID-19 and Congregate Care Facilities, COVID-19 and Foster and Kinship Caregivers, COVID-19 and Older Youth in the Child Welfare System. NCSL staff will update this information regularly, so check back often.
In addition, this webpage is tracking responses from state judicial systems, including information about which state courts are limiting in-person hearings, offering telephonic participation, and more. CSH provides guidance to help supportive housing providers during the COVID-19 to address home visits, case management, staff training and capacity, and considerations for congregate programs and operational issues. These resources include upcoming and recorded webinars, information from the Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) Network, and information links from the Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS). In addition, the Manatt COVID-19 guidance webpage provides information and insights that have financial, policy, operational, and regulatory implications. Resources include a statement on shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE), guidance on managing critical shortages, and more. Materials include essential resources for employers such as guidance on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) provisions. The Chronicle of Social Change is tracking these opportunities and continuing to add them to this running thread. But We Can Help Them Now. Read more about how the Children’s Services Agency in Flint, Michigan, is protecting workers. Half of 41 children considered “medically fragile” were released. Major concerns include how to provide childcare support for foster parents and housing stability for youth in foster care whose dorms are closed. Specific recommendations include electronic filing, not requiring hearings if a resolution is made outside of the court, and holding hearings virtually. Advocates are concerned with the lack of medical preparedness in facilities if an outbreak does occur. Library Instruction Evaluation This guide was created to assist you with locating a variety of resources for your research needs. FDLP Library.
In jurisdictions without explicit SOGIE protections, the authors have highlighted where youth are explicitly protected from discrimination on account of sex or gender as courts continue to clarify that that sex- or gender-based discrimination includes discrimination on account of gender identity or gender stereotyping.In some states, counties and cities, state or local public accommodation or human rights laws or ordinances may offer protections to the extent that those measures apply to all or part of the child welfare system. Some child welfare systems are county-based, and due to the large volume of counties in the United States, we have not included nondiscrimination policies at the county level. We also list grievance procedures and ombudsman offices.In addition, regulation prohibits “derogatory comments” about the child’s gender. In addition, California law requires that transgender youth in out-of-home care be placed in accord with identity. State child welfare agency policy also includes protection from discrimination inclusive of sexual orientation and gender identity. Gender -segregated facilities include, but are not limited to, restrooms, locker rooms, dressing rooms, and dormitories. (C) In gender -segregated facilities where undressing in the presence of others occurs, covered entities shall make reasonable accommodations to allow access consistent with an individual’s gender identity.” The bill defines conversion therapy as “any practice or treatment that seeks to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity.” S.B. 65, 149th Leg. (Del. 2018). The state also has a nondiscrimination policy specific gender identity and expression. No one may scare, bully, or abuse you. No one may punish you with hitting or other violence. No one may refuse to help you or disrespect you because of your race, color, religion, appearance, sexual orientation, or disability.
” The regulations contain a protocol regarding placement of transgender youth consistent with their identities and define “gender” as inclusive of gender identity. The Department of Children and Family Services has policy-based protection against discrimination on account of sex. The child-caring agency shall allow a child to possess and bring personal belongings. The child-caring agency may limit or supervise the use of these items... however, it may not restrict items based on the child’s gender identity or expression.”. A child-placing agency has the obligation to place each child in the most suitable setting according to that child’s individual needs, taking into account the capacity of the placement to meet the child’s needs, and the needs of the other children already placed in that setting.... (7) The child-caring agency shall provide prior to or at admission an orientation to living in the facility for each child and the child’s parent or guardian or child-placing agency staff. The orientation shall include the following:... (f) The inherent diversity of group home populations, including race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, and transgenderism. Florida Department of Children and Families County Client Relations Coordinators Phone: (850) 487-1111 The law defines sexual orientation change efforts as “the practice of attempting to change a person’s sexual orientation, including but not limited to efforts to change gender identity or gender expressions and behaviors.” S.B. 270, 29th Leg. (Haw. 2018). The Department is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex and, in some cases, religion or political beliefs.” Appendix K, Support and Well-Being of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Children and Youth (May 11, 2017) (Go to page 97.) We have the right to learn about these things in a safe and supportive environment.
” This includes but is not limited to, social diversity and oppression with respect to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, and mental and physical disability. All reports of discrimination must be reported to DCS Human Resources or the State Personnel Department (SPD). Vendors, agencies and organizations providing services to the Cabinet or its recipients of federally aided programs also must comply with this policy.” Sex is included as a protected class in regulation. The facility may limit admission on grounds of sex, religion or handicapping condition if the program is not adequately designed to serve this population and cannot meet the specific child's needs.”. The facility shall not refuse admission to any child on the grounds of race, sex, religion, handicapping condition or ethnic origin. The facility may limit admission on grounds of sex, religion or handicapping condition if the program is not adequately designed to serve this population and cannot meet the specific child’s needs.” In addition, Maryland has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQ youth in care, which includes a requirement to provide affirming and fair treatment regardless of the sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression of the youth. The law defines conversion therapy seeking “to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity.” S.B. 1028, 438th Leg. (Md. 2018). In addition, Massachusetts has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of GLBT youth in care, which includes sexual orientation and gender identity and expression as protected classes. Minnesota has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQ youth in care, including protection against discrimination on account of sexual orientation and gender identity.
The state Department of Human Services has policy-based protection against discrimination based on sex, including sex stereotypes and gender identity, and sexual orientation. The license holder must have discipline policies and procedure that require the resident’s abuse history and developmental, cultural, disability, and gender needs be taken into consideration when deciding the disciplinary action to be taken with a resident. Disciplinary action must be in keeping with the license holder’s discipline policy.Paul, Minnesota 55108 Phone: (651) 603-0058 Toll-Free: 1-888-234-4939 Fax: (651) 643-2539 YOU HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO:... 4. Treat others with dignity and respect without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or political affiliation.... D. Rights and Responsibilities Children 13 and Under in Foster Care You have rights and responsibilities while you are involved with DFCS of Family and Children’s Services (DFCS). A notice of MDHS-DFCS non-discrimination policy will be posted in each county office.” Under Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion or political beliefs.” Likewise, DPHHS will not tolerate discrimination or harassment because of a person’s marriage to or association with individuals in one of the previously mentioned protected classes.” DPHHS does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.” The law defines conversion therapy as “any practices or treatments that seek to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity.” H.B. 587 (N.H. 2018), effective January 2019. There will be no discrimination in accepting or providing services, or the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, any of the Department’s programs or activities.” In addition, New Jersey has a policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQI youth in care.
Therefore, heterosexual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and intersexed youth are provided with equal access to all available services, including placement, care, and treatment.” When the court has determined that it is contrary to the welfare of the child to remain in his or her home, PSD is awarded legal custody and placed with a licensed foster care provider to ensure the child’s safety and well-being. The placement of a child into foster care shall not be delayed or denied on the basis of the race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin of the foster parent, or the child involved.”. The child shall not be excluded from the foster family and shall not be threatened with exclusion from the foster home as punishment. The child shall not be locked in a room or closet.” In addition, New York State’s Office of Children and Family Services has a policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQ youth in care. New York City’s Administration for Children and Families also has a detailed LGBTQ policy and additional guidelines for serving transgender and gender-nonconforming youth (see NYC-specific chart below). Such agencies shall promote and maintain a safe environment, take reasonable steps to prevent such discrimination or harassment by staff and volunteers, promptly investigate incidents of discrimination and harassment, and take reasonable and appropriate corrective or disciplinary action when such incidents occur.” DHHS does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.” The Foster Care Handbook for Youth provides policy-based protection against discrimination on account of gender and sexual orientation. North Dakota Department of Human Services has policy-based protection from discrimination based on sex for anyone seeking to access services.
North Dakota Department of Human Services (DHS) makes available all services and assistance without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, religion, political beliefs, or status with respect to marriage or public assistance. These laws must be followed by persons who contract with or receive funds to provide services for DHS, including the state’s eight regional human service centers, the State Hospital, the Developmental Center, and county social services.” The Office of Constituent Affairs handles questions and concerns about a broad range of services provided by the state. Oklahoma does includes sex as a protected class in regulation, and the Department of Human Services protects against discrimination on account of sex. In each DHS-written authorization for the purchase of services, a requirement is included stipulating the services are rendered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability, age, or genetic information.” This same policy of non-discrimination is equally applicable to all department contractors, grantees, agents and providers of services funded in whole or in part with federal funds.” The state has a nondiscrimination policy for LGBTQI youth in the child welfare system. The prohibition against discriminatory practices extends to the agencies, organizations and institutions the Department licenses.” The prohibition against discriminatory practices extends to the individuals, agencies, organizations and institutions the Department licenses.” In addition, Tennessee has a policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTI youth in care. The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services has policy-based discrimination on account of sex for anyone seeking to access services. In regulation, sex and sexual orientation are listed as protected classes. Utah has a policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQ youth in care.
The Department of Human Services has a nondiscrimination policy inclusive of gender for anyone seeking to access services. The state has a policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQI youth in care. DHS has a policy promoting safety for LGBTQ people. You must treat foster children in your care with dignity and respect regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation and gender identity. You must connect a child with resources that meets a child’s needs regarding race, religion, culture, sexual orientation and gender identity. ” You must treat foster children in your care with dignity and respect regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation and gender identity.” The Department recognizes that everyone has a culture and we have a commitment to promote respect and understanding of diverse cultures, social groups, and individual attributes.The state’s Youth Services Policy requires child welfare workers to treat LGBTQI youth with “respect and competence” and to adhere to all relevant state and federal laws. Children and Families shall be treated withAll professionals in state and local child welfare systems have an obligation to understand andThis includes discriminating on the basis of age, race, color, sex,Sex is a protected class in Department of Children and Families policy. Chapter 3 of the state’s Foster Parent Handbook contains a section on working with LGBTQI youth. Nurturing care is care that does all of the following:... (e) Does not discriminate against the child because of the child’s race or cultural identification, sex, age, sexual orientation, color, creed, ancestry, national origin or disability.”. Ensure that the residential care center does not discriminate against a resident based on the resident’s race or cultural identification, sex, sexual orientation, age, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, disability, political affiliations, or religious beliefs.”.
Each group home shall have a written program statement that shall include all of the following:... (f) A non-discrimination statement that indicates that the group home does not discriminate against a resident because of race or cultural identification, sex, sexual orientation, age, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, disability, political affiliations, or religious beliefs.” Federal financial assistance to discriminate on the. Update your browser to view this website correctly. You are running Version Updating your browser is more secure and is free. Update Internet Explorer You are running Version Updating your browser is more secure and is free. Update Firefox You are running Version Updating your browser is more secure and is free. Update Chrome You are running Version Updating your browser is more secure and is free. Learn More Here COVID-19 Updates We're committed to the safety of team members and the families we serve. Click through to learn how we're addressing the situation. Learn More Build Bridges to Success for Children You can change life trajectories with a gift to CHS today. Make a tax-deductible gift online, safely and securely today. Make a Gift Get Connected to Our Resources Do you or someone you know need support from one of our resources or services. Complete a referral form today and we’ll be in touch. Make a Referral It’s time to change the statistics when it comes to mental health Read More We have a BOLD direction: to end the need for foster care as we know it by keeping more families safe, strong and together. We believe in turning odds into opportunities. And we would be honored to partner with you and your family. Learn more Tips for Parents Being a parent is tough. Let’s do this together. On the blog Ways to Give You can empower children to realize their full potential. When you become part of the CHS family, you can build bridges to success for children in so many ways.