by Kristin Blalock | Jun 23, 2024 | Blog
Carly was found wandering the street at night, without supervision. She was subsequently removed from her motherโs care after it was determined that her family was homeless and Carly was experiencing physical and emotional neglect. Carly was appointed a dedicated...
by Kristin Blalock | Jun 17, 2024 | Blog
Layla and her siblings faced many transitions when their family immigrated to the United States. On the outside, they looked like a successful, well-adjusted family. Unfortunately, their home life was actually a turbulent mix of mental illness, emotional abuse, and...
by Kristin Blalock | Jun 10, 2024 | Blog
Ava and Malik* were born into a violent cycle of domestic abuse and substance use. They came to the attention of Child Protective Services after a series of over twelve visits to their home from law enforcement. Ava and Malik were appointed a dedicated Court Appointed...
by Kristin Blalock | Apr 28, 2024 | Blog
As we conclude our month-long exploration of the evolution of child welfare policies in the United States, it’s only fitting to shine a spotlight on one of the most impactful pieces of legislation in recent years: the Family First Prevention Services Act of 2018...
by Kristin Blalock | Apr 22, 2024 | Blog
Have you ever wondered how child welfare laws came to be in the United States? It’s a pretty fascinating ride through history, especially when you consider that these laws are relatively new compared to other legal protections we take for granted. In recognition...
