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Why are so many children in foster care in the US?
Sexual abuse, violence, negligence, starvation, abandonment. Some children go into foster care when a loving parent is temporarily unable to care for the child due to illness, homelessness or job loss - when no other family member is able to take over. Occasionally a parent is just not able to provide appropriate care for a child, this too can lead to foster care.
What conditions might cause a child to be placed in foster care?
If the child is being abused or parents die for example. Also if a child is being put up for adoption they can stay in foster care until they have found parents.
Where do you go to give up your rights for your child?
Contact your local foster care program.
Can a child in foster care in Georgia declare with whom they want to live?
The child can certainly make their wishes known but it will be up to the authorities to make the final decision. Perhaps if the child's chosen guardian steps up and makes a request declaring that they are willing and able to foster the child, the child care services will help to make it happen.The child can certainly make their wishes known but it will be up to the authorities to make the final decision. Perhaps if the child's chosen guardian steps up and makes a request declaring that they are willing and able to foster the child, the child care services will help to make it happen.The child can certainly make their wishes known but it will be up to the authorities to make the final decision. Perhaps if the child's chosen guardian steps up and makes a request declaring that they are willing and able to foster the child, the child care services will help to make it happen.The child can certainly make their wishes known but it will be up to the authorities to make the final decision. Perhaps if the child's chosen guardian steps up and makes a request declaring that they are willing and able to foster the child, the child care services will help to make it happen.
Can a father give up parental rights if the mother is dead?
Yes, unfortunately , he can. This will put the child in the Foster Care system, unless a Grandparent or other relative steps in to take care of the child.
Can a woman put child in foster care without informing father of birth?
Foster care can be temporary; rights do not have to be given up. Check in with your local agency as to whether the other biological parent must be notified.
What if custodial parent leaves child with third party with no intention to pick up?
That action would constitute child abandonment in most jurisdictions. The third party, another family member or relative, or some other known and concerned adult should contact the court and petition to be appointed the child's legal guardian. (So the child will not end up in the foster care system.) Otherwise the situation should be reported to the local child services agency.That action would constitute child abandonment in most jurisdictions. The third party, another family member or relative, or some other known and concerned adult should contact the court and petition to be appointed the child's legal guardian. (So the child will not end up in the foster care system.) Otherwise the situation should be reported to the local child services agency.That action would constitute child abandonment in most jurisdictions. The third party, another family member or relative, or some other known and concerned adult should contact the court and petition to be appointed the child's legal guardian. (So the child will not end up in the foster care system.) Otherwise the situation should be reported to the local child services agency.That action would constitute child abandonment in most jurisdictions. The third party, another family member or relative, or some other known and concerned adult should contact the court and petition to be appointed the child's legal guardian. (So the child will not end up in the foster care system.) Otherwise the situation should be reported to the local child services agency.
When did foster care start?
US child care relied mostly on "homes" and institutions up through the 1980s. Around the 1960s-70s, state run group homes and institutions closed and children went into foster care placements, if available.
Have social worker got right to say about foster care if your not coping with child with autism or is it the parents right to decide where child goes like a residential home?
The parents do not decide what home the child goes to since in order for a child to go into foster care they have given up their parental rights (or they have been taken from them). It's the social workers job to evaluate the foster care homes to find one that suits the child. Finally the court decide but they usually follow what the social workers recommend.
When can a child petition the court be place in someone else custody in Delaware?
A child cannot petition the court, they need an adult advocate or agency to help. If the child is being abused, neglected, or endangered they should speak with a trusted adult: teacher, friend's parent, relative, etc. They could be helped by Child Protective Services but that may end up with the child being placed in foster care. You can add more details on the discussion page.A child cannot petition the court, they need an adult advocate or agency to help. If the child is being abused, neglected, or endangered they should speak with a trusted adult: teacher, friend's parent, relative, etc. They could be helped by Child Protective Services but that may end up with the child being placed in foster care. You can add more details on the discussion page.A child cannot petition the court, they need an adult advocate or agency to help. If the child is being abused, neglected, or endangered they should speak with a trusted adult: teacher, friend's parent, relative, etc. They could be helped by Child Protective Services but that may end up with the child being placed in foster care. You can add more details on the discussion page.A child cannot petition the court, they need an adult advocate or agency to help. If the child is being abused, neglected, or endangered they should speak with a trusted adult: teacher, friend's parent, relative, etc. They could be helped by Child Protective Services but that may end up with the child being placed in foster care. You can add more details on the discussion page.
What age can a child in foster care make up his or her own mind to leave the foster care system?
18
How do I get put up for adoption?
Your parents have to give up their parental rights and hand you over to the state. Then you are up for adoption and while waiting you will be in foster care. There are over 100.000 children waiting for adoption. Everyone wants a baby and not a older child. If you are being abused and that is the reason you wish to be adopted, tell an adult you trust or call the Child Protective Service where you live and they can help. The sad truth is if a child is given up for adoption past the age of two they will most likely end up in foster care until they reach the age of eighteen, never truly knowing the meaning of family and home.
