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CBHA: Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessments for Children …

WebMany children and youth in state care have behavioral and mental health needs that are not being addressed with appropriate services. Ascertaining the parameters of the problem …

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COMPREHENSIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSESSMENTS FOR …

WebQuestions or complaints regarding CBHA’s can be directed to: Frank M. Platt, III, Department of Children and Families, 850-922-2860, [email protected]. …

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Mary Brennan, Esq.

WebMary received her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Maine, her J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law, and her Master’s in Public Health from the Harvard …

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Bitter pill: How Florida rations care for frail kids

WebSix-year-old Aref Shabaneh is almost entirely blind, able to read only in Braille, walks with a cane, and is so sensitive to light his parents turn them off when he’s home. For two …

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Child Welfare Reforms Move Forward

WebLegislation aimed at fixing the state’s troubled child welfare system is making its way through the Florida Legislature, despite a couple of hurdles. This year, state lawmakers …

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For Parents/Caregivers

WebThe U.S. Department of Education today released a new toolkit to inspire and support current and former foster youth pursuing college and career opportunities. The Foster …

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Child Thrown From Bridge in Tampa Prompts New Look at DCF’s …

WebAs the Tampa Bay area continues to reel from the death of 5-year-old Phoebe Jonchuck, whose father was charged with dropping her from a bridge last week, state leaders are …

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THE MIAMI CHILD WELL-BEING COURT™ MODEL A …

WebThis handbook is the product of a multisite translational research project focused on effective dissemination and implementation of the Miami Child Well- Being …

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Nursing homes phase out kids’ care

WebAmid lawsuits and negative publicity, facilities accused of delivering inadequate care to sickly children are shutting down their pediatric units. ********************************* BY …

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Foster kids aging out of system have more options, but basics like

WebHistorically, foster youth in Florida who turn 18 have celebrated their milestone birthday with a push out the door and well wishes shortly after they blow out …

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DCF Faulted For Oversight Of Privatized Agencies

WebTwo reports presented to lawmakers last week criticized the Florida Department of Children and Families for poor oversight of the privatized agencies that deliver child-welfare, …

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If you have been removed from your parent(s) or guardian(s)

Web4 You Have a Right To Obtain Birth Control If: You are Married, A Parent, Pregnant, Have the Consent of Your Parent or Guardian, Or If Your Physician Believes That You May …

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Children’s Mental Health Overview and Recommendations

WebFighting for Children’s Rights 1801 N. University Drive, 3rd Floor, Suite B, Coral Springs, FL 33071 Phone: 954-796-0860 Fax: 954-796-0862

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Promising Strategies and Existing Gaps in Supporting …

WebIn January and July 2012, the Office of Adolescent Health (OAH)convened a panel of experts in Washington, D.C. to discuss strategies and gaps in the field of support for …

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Proposed DCF changes could divert millions from South Florida or …

WebTALLAHASSEE Miami-Dade and Monroe counties could lose about $11.5 million in funding for their child welfare system in the next few years, under changes that are being …

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