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Challenging Handmaid’s Tale jurisprudence in child welfare

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

But New York Citys family police agency, the Administration for Childrens Services, charged her with neglect. In fact, the control the government demands can predate conception. gave birth, the newborn tested positive for methadone which had been prescribed to Ms. to control her addiction. The agency didnt stop there.

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U.S. Administration for Children and Families Grant Funds Research Project

University of Connecticut

The researchers have partnered with colleagues at the University of Vermont and local community agencies, including the Connecticut Department of Children and Families and Wheeler Clinic, to conduct a three-year, multi-site randomized control trial of the intervention. Government. million with 100 percent funded by ASCF/HHS.

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“ACS MADE IT CLEAR—EITHER I LET THEM SEARCH MY HOME OR THEY WERE TAKING MY KIDS.”

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

The New York City Administration for Children's Services Uses Highly Coercive Tactics to Illegally Search Tens of Thousands of Families’ Homes Every Year. Rather they are the headline and subhead that begin a lawsuit against New York City’s family police agency, the Administration for Children’s Services. The family is cooking.

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Exploring the Benefits and Drawbacks of Nurse Residency Programs

Relias

Unfortunately, this leaves many new nurses without the hands-on training and clinical skills necessary for success — contributing to burnout and high turnover rates that can cost a hospital between $55,000 to $85,000 per nurse. According to a report from the National Academy of Medicine, 35% to 54% of U.S.

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Celebrate Black History Month with NASW Press—20% Off Select NASW Press Books and eBooks!

Social Work Blog

Across multiple disciplines, women have built and maintained organizations, created social justice movements, governed with compassion, and brought order where there was once chaos. The book includes a historical, global overview of women in social work, political, social justice, and other leadership positions. .

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Indian Health Service Funding: Grants and Financial Opportunities for Tribal Healthcare

Relias

Applying for IHS Grants IHS grants are typically available to tribal governments, urban Indian organizations, and nonprofit entities that serve Native American communities. Building strong relationships with government agencies and elected officials can help ensure long-term financial support for tribal healthcare programs.

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Are You Eligible for Coverage Under FTCA?

Relias

The Federal Tort Claims Act passed in 1946, allowing citizens to sue the federal government for alleged injury caused by federal employees. In these instances, the federal government (rather than the employee) defends the claim and pays any settlements. Simply put, tort law protects people from the bad or negligent acts of others.

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