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Power, privilege, and passing judgment in “child welfare”: The Massachusetts “Child Advocate” gets it wrong again

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

She is the state’s “Child Advocate,” and before that ran a prestigious private agency specializing in adoption and foster care. Like most people in “child welfare” her intentions are good. Indeed, her report implies that any child who has a parent who relapses or is at risk of relapse should lose their parents forever.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

NASW Resources: New Messaging from Faces & Voices of Recovery for Talking About Recovery , Faces & Voices of Recovery (FAVOR) is a national campaign of individuals and organizations joining together with a united voice to advocate for public action to deliver the power, possibility, and proof of recovery from substance-use disorders.

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In California, “child welfare’s” ACEs evangelists are saying the quiet part out loud

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

There are plenty of Rural kids coming from Middle Class families that drop into poverty because they grew up w/ Character Disordered Parenting and because of it, they grew up character disordered. Or the mothers, so desperate to be loved by anyone take in Character Disordered Men who are only interested in sexually abusing her child.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

NASW Resources New Messaging from Faces & Voices of Recovery for Talking About Recovery Faces & Voices of Recovery (FAVOR) is a national campaign of individuals and organizations joining together with a united voice to advocate for public action to deliver the power, possibility, and proof of recovery from substance-use disorders.

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NCCPR news and commentary round-up, week ending July 11, 2023

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

Somehow, however, this most essential and defining aspect of being human has been overshadowed or cast aside in the industry known as child welfare. Among those who understand this are the former director of the federal Children’s Bureau, Jerry Milner, and his Special Assistant, David Kelly.

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All You Need To Know About Social Work Articles

Social Work Haven

Understanding Mental Health Disorders: What Social Workers Need to Know: This article provides a thorough overview of mental health disorders, outlining their symptoms, causes, and treatments. It also discusses strategies for setting boundaries when working with clients in active addiction.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Case Manager : Social workers coordinate services and resources for their clients, ensuring they receive comprehensive care and support.