Child Welfare Monitor
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
It expanded the allowable uses of Title IV-E funding, formerly used to pay only for foster care, to include what the Act called “Prevention Services,” meaning services to prevent foster care. States had other sources of federal reimbursement for these programs, such as Title IV-B, the Social Services Block Grant, and TANF.
All For Kids
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
In fiscal year 2022, an estimated 1,990 children died from abuse and neglect, a slight increase from the previous year. cwla.org Research shows child abuse has a lasting negative impact on lives, affecting mental and physical health, families, and systems like health services, law enforcement, and social services.
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Child Welfare Monitor
JULY 8, 2024
Supporters of the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA), which passed in 2018, said that declining foster care counts would result from providing support to parents who needed help to address the problems (like substance abuse, mental illness and poor parenting skills) that led to their maltreatment of their children.
Social Work Blog
JULY 8, 2022
Department of Housing and Urban Development found that one-third of people experiencing housing insecurity also experience mental health or substance abuse challenges. Collaborative case management software facilitates these valuable connections, increasing a social worker’s capacity and expanding their impact.
All For Kids
MARCH 10, 2025
Counseling may also be available for individuals, couples, and families, addressing issues like mental health, domestic violence, and substance abuse. These centers help parents develop effective parenting skills and coping mechanisms to manage stress, frustration, and anger, reducing the risk of child abuse.
NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
AUGUST 29, 2023
Records that have to be “admitted” into the database [but may not have been] include substance abuse records, visitation records and medical records. Great news, Missouri parents: The state Department of Social Services says you are now free to smoke marijuana, as long as you’re away from the kids! –
Social Work Haven
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems. TRENDING CONTENT ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN What is the main role of a social worker? What skills does a social worker need?
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