The Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) and the courts must follow numerous requirements when they decide to remove a child from their home. Transparency and legal oversight are required. At certain points, the judge reviews the DCPP’s actions and recommendations and what the parents have to say before making a decision about what… Read More »
Society has taken great strides toward ensuring the safety and well-being of all children — and in some emotionally charged or dangerous situations involving kids, organizations like the local Child Advocacy Center (CAC) are there to fill in the gap. Here is what you need to know about how CACs operate and the assistance they… Read More »
Family team meetings play a pivotal role for families dealing with the New Jersey Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP). These meetings aim to ensure the well-being of children while involving parents and other key individuals in creating a roadmap for reunification and stability. Understanding what a family team meeting entails can provide a… Read More »
There are times when siblings do not get along. On rare occasions, it could cross the line to create dangerous conditions for one or both of them. Sibling rivalry could be considered abuse in certain circumstances. In that event, New Jersey’s Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) may become involved in a case. Depending… Read More »
Having your children taken from you is one of the most challenging experiences that you can endure. As a parent, you have legal rights, even if your children are not in your home. If your children have been placed in foster care, you will undergo periodic evaluations, where caseworkers may determine whether your children can… Read More »
Some people have a legal obligation to report certain types of child abuse to the authorities. These people act as professionals who are often the first line of defense against abuse. Not only do they have a professional obligation to report abuse, but they may also get in legal trouble if they fail to do so.… Read More »
