Abuse, Neglect, and Foster Care

Adopting Children From Foster Care

A Family's Guide to the Child Welfare System

A guide for families in the child welfare system including experiences other families have had, laws and policies, and ways to advocate for a family's rights.

Can I Become A Guardian ad Litem in DSS Cases?

Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Intervention

PDF document (may load slowly).

Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Permanency Planning (additional)

PDF document (may load slowly).

Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Permanency Planning (initial)

PDF document (may load slowly).

Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Probable Cause

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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Removal

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Child Protection Hearing Checklist: Termination of Parental Rights

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Excerpt on Guardian ad Litems from Child Abuse and Neglect Handbook

Guide to what parents should know if they are investigated for child abuse or child neglect. PDF document (may load slowly).

Excerpt on Guardian ad Litems from Child Abuse and Neglect Handbook

Guide to what parents should know if they are investigated for child abuse or child neglect. PDF document (may load slowly).