foster parents for children in need of support?
346479
Wow, that's rough.  And I belive that you have your children's best intrests at heart, but before you do something like that talk to their school, there are programs that can help you with lunches and clothes, ect. Plus you should be able to draw social security on your spouse (my sis & I got it after our mom passed).I know it may not be much but something is better than nothing. I'm sure you've explored your options, but where there's a will there's a way.  Please use the foster parent only as a last resort. Loosing one parent for a child is bad enough, loosing two is even harder.  Explore all your options.
332214
It's up to the Aunt what she wants to do. Child Services can be contacted and the kids could be put into foster homes. Running the risk of all being seperated. But unless she's the appointed caregiver for these kids, she's not obligated to take care of them. It's all a matter of how she feels. If it were one of my sisters, I wouldn't hesitate to help her children. But I also know that she wouldn't expect me to do it.
611904
The law is the only way to handle these matters.*\n\nThe process through the courts may be slow but if you keep trying time will come around and the kids know you love them because you never give up trying to get them back.
805799
contact her/your doctor, childline, social services, her parents or anyone who has a close and/or professional medical relationship with her who can talk to her and give her the support and advice that she needs
216651
First, try contacting El Doardo County Child protective services in Placerville. They can point you towards the right path. You might also try to contacting a foster parenting agency. They can also help you.
264500
that all depends on your situation i can tell you some of the things that could help you if your child is a victem of abuse that could work out in your favor if your child was abandoned by your once other half that may help you go to the court house in your area and they should be able to help you futher
703892
Church children's welfare services vary in different locations.\n\nCheck out local notice boards at public places like library. Also use your local yellow pages and ring the local churches. Do not be worried about making an enquiry, if that church does not run a service they may be able to guide you to one that does.\n\nAlternatively, i would suggest that you pop into your local connexions branch, they should have up to date information for numerous child welfare services, including church based ones.\n\nYour local council should also be able to help. Many have a children and families department with a one stop shop, again containing a wide range of information on child services and contacts for specialists involved. They may also produce a local council council newsletter with details of such services.\n\nHope this information is helpful.
581614
call your local dept of human services....they usually keep a list of child care providers that they leave out for clients to browse through.\n\n\nALSO: put a ad in your local newspare...put out some flyers
704016
My parents went through the same thing. My niece was put into a foster home and they were so upset about it. They had to go to court to get her released to them, it took several months, but they were finally able to get custody of her. They were sick with worry for her and she was a part of our family, they weren't going to let her go. After they  got custody things were not easy. My niece was a darling little girl but she had a lot of behavior problems. I watched my Parents get old over night ( not literally over night, but very quickly ) They spent the years they were suppose to be enjoying, raising another child. My niece is grown now and those years are gone. They are old and tired, not much time for kicking up their feet. Sometimes I resent my sister for having put them through all this, but I can't imagine our lives without that little girl. Good luck on your journey and may God bless you all.
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I agree that the Shriners is a great place to try.  However, if you can't get help from them. Try this. If you belong to any religious groups, or other orgazations, see if they have funding for emergencies.  \n\nDo you have close relatives that maybe can help somewhat?  Do you have any thing that can be used to secure a loan? Like a house, or any real property?  Do you have an insurance policy that can be cashed in early?  \n\nDo you vote on a regular basis?  If you do, you might try contacting your local, state, or even federal representatives.  They may be able to steer you toward organizations that can help.  \n\nEverybody belongs to an ethic group. There are organizations that target their specific group for assistance.  There IS help out their somewhere.  The hard part will be doing the legwork for the research to find where it is.  First, use the internet, after you have narrowed the list, use the phone.  \n\nYou might try (a long shot probably) to locate any organizations that help children with your child's afflication.
194336
Your family doctor should be working with you on this concern. Call schools in your area, maybe they may know.\nChanging doctors may be the first step needed. If your childs doctor is not concerned enough about your child, he is not worthy of your child. Call hospitals, some have referral services. Look in yellow pages under social workers, there are many that will help you.\nPlease be patient with your child and give him hugs and kisses. The child needs your support.
236671
Start with a call to an attorney that practices in Family law, you might be able to get free representation through legal aide, check the community pages of your local phone book. You could also call your local department of human Services, they might be able to help you or at least point you in the right direction... Remember though, if your parents lose custody, it doesn't mean you will automatically get it...you will have to be proved as fit and capable of taking care of children and be financially stable enough to provide for them. They could end up in foster care or another adult in the family that meets the requirements could take them.
511540
Look in your local directory and call around. It will take you time but it will be time well spent since it will be a big part of your child's life. You don't want to leave your loved ones in unfit care. Once you have found a couple that sound good, make an appointment to go and check out the best ones. Here are some good things to look for when you visit:\n* Look at the building. Is it clean and safe? Are there heaps of resources/toys for the children to play with?\n* What is the play area outside like? Is there room for the kids to run? Is the equipment safe and well maintained?\n* Are the staff friendly and happy?\n* Do the kids currently at the centre appear happy? Are they playing well or running around causing havoc?\n* Do the teachers plan for each child individually? Do they write down observations of what the child is doing and plan activities based on the children's interests and needs?\n* Have a look at the major policies, including child protection, behaviour management, and food preparation/diets (if food provided by centre).\n\nI hope this helps!
418043
By law the child goes to foster care. After the dust settles a relative can file for custody.
276411
You can try contacting local churches.  They often have referrals to resources in your area.  Also contact your local county office that helps families.
733455
call   the sheriffs  office and request  a  check on  the welfare of a child  ...they  are required  to follow up on it\n\nlol@CPS and you know why
763784
a foster parent is someone who takes care of the child while the parents are either in mental help or money troubles, but they are not legally their kid. their just the legal gardian.