The Child Welfare System
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/. (2010, October 6). Retrieved October 7, 2010
This referenced website is a useful resource for anyone searching for help. Many parents who find themselves in need of assistance to aid their children do not know where to begin to ask for help. The Administration for Children and Families strives to provide all of the necessary information to the public. This website offers links of assistance for families in need of aide, whether that need be financial, medical, psychological, etc.
How the child welfare system works. (2008, April). Retrieved September 30, 2010, from http://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/factsheets/cpsworks.cfm.
The referenced PDF is a useful guide to the processes of the child welfare system. Presented in both text and chart format, the entry provides an easy to follow guide on what to expect when a child or family enters into the child protection process. The facts are supported by many other useful and reliable resources which are referenced throughout the article. It refers to Child Welfare laws and acts that have been passed throughout recent decades. Because of the additional resources provided by this particular web page and attached links, it is a useful tool in the research process.
Kids should be seen and not hurt. (2010, October). Retrieved October 1, 2010, from http://www.dfps.state.tx.us.
The above brochure covers the ethical side of reporting child abuse and the society’s role in intervening on a child’s behalf. It is a relevant resource to the topic of child welfare because it highlights the importance of reporting suspected child abuse and/or neglect. The brochure offers useful websites and contact phone numbers for those looking into reporting suspected abuse. It also covers laws and statistics which play a pivotal role in educating the public.
Recognizing child abuse: what parents should know. (n.d.). Retrieved October 5, 2010, from http://www.preventchildabuse.org/publications/index.shtml.
When child abuse or neglect is suspected, one might be unsure of the signs to look for. The organization Prevent Child Abuse America offers a list of signs to look for if you suspect a child is being abused. It also tells what to look for in the parent as well. The article touches base on different forms of abuse ranging from physical, sexual and emotional maltreatment. It also covers possible signs of neglect as well.
Saisan, MSW, J., Smith, M.A., M., & Segal, Ph. D., J. (2009, December 1). Child abuse and neglect: recognizing and preventing child abuse. Retrieved October 7, 2010, from http://www.helpguide.org/mental/child_abuse_physical_emotional_sexual_neglect.htm
The website helpguide.org offers a vast array of articles based on many children’s health
topics. These topics range from dealing with the after affects of trauma, eating disorders and
mental disorders in children. It also covers recognition of the signs of child maltreatment
whether that maltreatment is physical or emotional abuse.
Simmon, B. (2003). Child welfare ethics and values. Retrieved October 7, 2010, from http://calswec.berkeley.edu/CalSWEC/Participant_Ethics_Values.pdf
The National Association of Social Workers released the above titled pamphlet in 2003. This PDF file was originally published as a module through UC Berkeley’s School of Social Welfare. It depicts the importance of social workers to keep their investigations into suspected abuse unbiased. Most importantly, this is a helpful research tool as it defines social work terminology for the average layman.
Thirteen ways to do child welfare right, (2010, September 27). Retrieved October 4, 2010, from http://nccpr.info/solutions-services/.
The article entitled Thirteen ways to do child welfare right, from the National Coalition for Child Protection, offers a list of alternatives in the child welfare process. In most cases, Child Protective Service authorities make every attempt to keep all children within the family to assure family preservation. This article highlights several options that may well be best suited for the child or children involved and their family. The article also contains information from different areas in the country which have tried various methods of child protection successfully unsuccessful examples of the child welfare system. Included are alternatives ranging from the option of “doing nothing” to allowing for “due process.”
