Discipline: Ms. Lowe reported that she would discuss and evaluate each situation before disciplining the children. She stated that physical discipline or corporal punishment would never take place; instead, she would take away non-essential items such as toys or time appropriate time outs. Ms. Lowe stated that she was rarely received spanking and will not subject the children to this discipline style either. She stated that she support’s DFPS practices as it pertains to discipline. Child Care knowledge: Ms. Lowe stated that she has the experience to take care of children as she raised 3 daughters. She also stated she has cared for daughter children on various occasions. She stated that she does not have any major expectations of the …show more content…
Lowe stated that she believes in setting rules and boundaries in the home, accompanied by fairness and understanding without the use of corporal physical punishment. She stated that she has the ability to communicate effectively, and is able to meet behaviors such as extreme sexual acting out, aggression, abusive language, stealing, etc. She stated that if she sees these signs, she would first attempt to see where the behavior is stemming from and will attempt to reduce these behavior issues. If she is unsuccessful in her attempt, she stated she would seek assistance from a professional. Emergency Care Plan: Ms. Lowe confirmed that the children would be taken care of in an event of a hospitalization. This includes receiving proper medical care, continued monitoring of progress, and assistance in any way possible as instructed by medical personnel. In an event that she is unavailable, Ms. Lowe stated she will seek the assistance from her daughter, Monica Lowe. Financial situation: Ms. Lowe stated that she has been unemployed since 2010. She stated that she receives financial support from Jimmy Corzine. The averages about $700-$1000 weekly. She stated that she was previous employed at an Hospice named Heartstone as a CNA from 2005-2009. During the same time she was employed at Holiday Inn as a caisher. Ms. Lowe stated that she will try to secure employment within a a next couple of months due to the children being placed in her …show more content…
Lowe stated that she understands the impact it can be on a child that have been physically, sexually abused or neglected. She stated that if it was found that the children were subjected to any additional abuse or neglect beyond her knowledge. Ms. Lowe stated that she has no knowledge of the child ever been physically abused or neglected outside their current reasoning for current placement. She reported she does not expect any behaviors developing, but if one does; she would seek appropriate professional assistance to help with the behaviors. Relative Support System Needed supportive services: Ms. Lowe stated that she has been working to obtain benefits and Medicaid for the children through social security. She stated that she is in need of medicinal vital information to obtain benefits. This interviewer suggested that she will speak to the caseworker, in attempt to help assist her to achieve these benefits. Kin caregiver’s plan to use identified family and community supports to meet the needs of the Child Ms. Lowe reported if she is unable to tend to the child for an extended period, she will seek the assistance of her daughter, Monica
When children are hurt physically, emotionally, or sexually it is known to be child abuse. Children are known to be neglected when they are not getting the proper attention needed for children. When children are neglected or abused in any way it is the responsibility of others to report such acts to the authorities as to what they have witnessed first-hand or signs of abuse or neglect seen after the fact, these people who reports such acts are known as third parties. The proper authorities to report child abuse or neglect is called Child Protected Services also known as Child Welfare. After the abuse or neglect is reported the proper authorities will then investigate to see if the abuse or neglect is legit or fraudulent (Sedlak, 2001).
Identify Linda’s individual needs in this situation, particularly in relation to the physical, intellectual, emotional and social well being of Linda
The three videos that I observed are Case Social Worker, Addictions Therapists, and Child Find Specialist. The video I observed was the Case Social Worker the interview with Sue Dowling (Dowling, S). The video was about a interview was with Sue Dowling, who currently works with the Social Service Department in the Arlington Massachusetts area, and is an ongoing assessment social worker. Dowling noted in the interview that there are three phases in the Department of Social Services. The first phase is an intake or investigations. The second phase is the assessment. The third phase is the on-going assessment. The intake or investigation is an investigation of the complaint. When a social worker gets a complaint or issues they must conduct a 10 day investigation. During the beginning of the 10 days if the child is in an
As directed by the municipal court, the judge appointed the social work and probation officer to follow guidelines to check with Jasmine weekly for the first month to see that she follows with Housing First and that she does not get in trouble with law. Jasmine will be staying nightly at McKemie Place women shelter.
Mr. and Mrs. Cortez have been Resource Parents with Kern Bridges Youth Homes for six years. Mr. and Mrs. Cortez continue to have Keeli Dodson, Bradley Cole and Marcos Rodriguez placed in their home. They also have Cheyanne Combs in their home as an adult after she aged out of foster care. Since the previous home study dated 11/11/2015, the Cortez’ report that Mrs. Cortez is primarily responsible for tasks inside the home, including paying the bills and cleaning. Mr. Cortez typically takes care of the outside chores and car maintenance. They stated that all family members have their assigned responsibilities with regard to keeping the household running. Mr. Cortez continues to work for the Ross Distribution Center. Mrs. Cortez stays home
Identify Linda’s individual needs in this situation, particularly in relation to the physical, intellectual, emotional and social well being of Linda
Thomas reported that she is not working and was approved for social security disability benefits. This worker asked about her own drinking and stated she does not drink. She denied child hood abuse and neglect. Ms. Thomas was about discipline techniques in the home and she state that she takes away toys and TV. She denied the use of physical discipline.
Not too long ago, disciplining children was much simpler. It was a time when children actually listened to and respected their parents. It was the time of “Do what I say.” But today, child discipline is one
As both mother and child need assistance in a number of different areas, from a number of different agencies/professionals, there needs to be a central facilitator to coordinate all of the working parts. This case manager will contact, facilitate, and coordinate these services in a way that will efficiently provide the care and assistance Almeada and her child needs so that neither becomes lost in the system (Woodside & McClam, 2015, p. 21). Without the assistance of their respective organizations and networks, both Almeada (and subsequently Anne) will continue to struggle to establish self-sufficiency (Woodside & McClam, 2015, p. 8) and unfortunately, face circumstances that could be dire in the end. Unless Almeada receives the care and resources she needs to develop a network within her new neighborhood, find and provide the care her daughter needs, and increase her knowledge and skillset, both her and her child will continue to live in poverty. Unless the home life and welfare of Anne improves significantly, she is at an increased risk for a whole host of issues, including drug abuse, behavioral issues, delinquency and educational difficulties (National Center for Fathering,
Discipline was a characteristic that Ms. Wright said we should have more of. She believes if we spare the rod we will spoil the child. She believes her children should be raised as she was and that is to always show respect, especially to your
My mom often tells the story of the time my Grandma said to her, “You are too strict with your children, and Margie is too lenient with hers.” My mom asked her which was better strict or lenient, and where the middle ground was. (Rasmussen) I would say autocratic parenting is strict, permissive is lenient and authoritative or active is the middle ground my mom looked for and I believe found. On the discussion board this week Rebecca Wilson presented an idea that explains “Active Parenting” (Popkin) perfectly. She said, “I heard another talk not too long ago where I learned that I need to trust my kids. They were there in the pre-existence and made the choice to follow Christ. Now I need to have faith, that given the opportunity, they will
“Spanking Can Be an Appropriate Form of Child Discipline.” Time, Time, time.com/3387226/spanking-can-be-an-appropriate-form-of-child-discipline/. Accessed 7 Sept.
The increase of child abuse has risen all over the world. The abuse is getting worse, more and more children are being abused each day. Melissa J. Doak says in, “Causes and Effects on Child Abuse”, Rated that 1.5% of the countries children were confirmed victims of abuse in 1996. 77% parents were the abusers. 11% says that relatives were the abusers. More than 1,000 U.S. children die from abuse. 40 million children ages 14 and younger suffer from the abuse and neglect” (Cause). Neglect is the failure to satisfy a child’s basic needs. This can assume in many forms. Experts say, “The main neglect is physical neglect. Parents fail to provide adequate food, clothing, shelter, or supervision. In 1996, neglect was the finding in 52% if the confirmed abuse cases” (Cause). Another form of neglect is emotional neglect. This is the failure to satisfy a child’s normal emotional needs, or behavior that damages a child’s normal emotional and psychological development (such as permitting drug abuse in the home). Without emotional needs, the child could have a struggle growing up not knowing any love or any emotions toward people.
“The children have been a wonderful gift to me, and I’m thankful to have once again seen our world through their eyes. They restore my faith in the family’s future” (Anderson, 176). Her children were her world; everything she did was for them. She tried her best to be the perfect mother.
Robyn Lewis is a single mother of two boys. Since their birth her life has revolved only around them and even with them grown up and in college she still takes a great interest in them. Lewis serves as a “secretary mom” for her sons, organizing their lives, proofreading papers and doing their laundry. Her sons, both say that they are grateful for their mother’s efforts and Lewis takes great pride in being able to help them balance their lives.