Do social services have the rights to put an elderly person in a home without that persons permission?
Q. My elderly grandma as been in hospital 2 weeks & the doctor agreed to let her home. However the family as been arguing over aftercare arrangements & 1 family involved social services. Social services will be placing my grandma in a residential home but she doesnt want to! Are they aloud to do this? What action can we take to stop this?
Asked by LJC - Thu Jun 11 12:48:10 2009 - - 5 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Even if your grandma gave the family member who wants to put her into a home a medical power of attorney, she can revoke that if she is of sound mind. There is a concern about who will provide adequate care for your grandmother when she comes home from the hospital. Depending on her conditions, provisions can be made for home care. Contact your local senior services office to ask what sort of support they can offer. Does someone need to be with your grandmother all the time? If so, can the ones who want to help her stay at home take turns? Social service people in the hospital seem to want to push the elderly into nursing homes right away. It makes you wonder whether the nursing homes are giving them commissions. When the… [cont.]
Answered by Pascha - Thu Jun 11 12:59:50 2009

How do Social Services get a child from one place to another?
Q. When a child is being transported from, say, a foster home to another foster home, or when the child's parents die and he's going to live with his grandparents, do Social Services drive the child there? What if it's a too long a distance? Would they fly the child? Main question: how does a child get transported to their new home if it's too far to drive?
Asked by Tessa - Mon Sep 22 22:47:25 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They call Chuck Norris!
Answered by Joey Baggadonuts - Mon Sep 22 23:59:10 2008

What does social services look for when an adoption is taking place?
Q. When looking to adopt social services or some kind of agency comes to your house and does an inspection. What do they look for? What kinds of questions do they ask? I am looking to adopt my step children and would like to be as prepared as possible. Any websites would also be appreciated. Thanks! What about how many kids per bedroom? I have another baby on the way and I have heard about too many of one sex in the same room is not good.
Asked by Amanda - Fri Jul 3 13:29:30 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They look for any hazards in the home, check the upstairs to make sure there is a fire escape plan in place. Check your background, smoke alarms, CO2in place, size of your home, where you are working, what are your plans in case of an emergency[and we all have them] how many bedrooms, how many children etc etc. In regular foster care and adoption they measure your bedrooms to determine how many children can sleep in each room.[I've measured a few]Example--a bedroom 14 by 14 can sleep five---with 6 children in the home max. any questions just send me an e-mail.
Answered by cricketlady - Fri Jul 3 16:37:25 2009

What is social services is it a category of services or C&Y?
Q. Isn't that children in youth or is there other services listed under this category? My special needs child attends head start and the teacher comes to the home like she does every friday and she told me that social services would be coming with her on friday, but she didn't know why? I also do not know why or what it's for I can't think of any reason i should be concerned. We have behavior health staff in my home monday-friday all day so im not sure what there coming for?
Asked by Secret - Sun Dec 6 15:10:42 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

What happens when a child is taken by social services?
Q. My cousin got his son taken away by social services because him and his girlfriend were doing drugs and lots of bad things that I do not support. We feel bad for the kid, he is the same age as our son and has many people who love and care for him and now he has been taken away. What happens? Do they give family, like the child's grandparents an option to adopt him or do they just put them in foster care? He is our cousin by marriage, but they got divorced, if nobody else could afford to take him in, could we or would we have to go adopt him from foster care? Any information would help. He is only 16 months old.
Asked by Amanda - Mon Apr 5 13:18:30 2010 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It depends on the State and County but usually they try to place the child with a relative. That person becomes an "emergency" foster parent. They interview you, inspect your house and such, but the process is an expedited version of what one would go through to become a foster parent. The family takes care of the child while the parent does what is necessary for reconciliation. In my State, (california) parents are given 18 months minimum to regain their children. Sometimes they undergo drug treatment, counseling, parenting classes AND they are granted regular visitation. They also are required to go to court for regular review. At this time the judge assesses the progress of the parents as well as the well-being of the child. The main… [cont.]
Answered by cruzgirlz3 - Mon Apr 5 15:04:15 2010

How can I report a fraud to the department of social services?
Q. I know this woman who is collecting welfare checks for her self snd three kids. She and her kids do not live in the US. She have someone picking up the mail for her, so every time she has a face to face this person let her know and all four of then fly from their country (of course they can afford it). She register the kids in school so she can have the school letter saying that the kids are going to school. Once the face to face is over, they fly back to their country where they live the life of the rich and famous. Can the department of social services conduct an investigation and give it to the people who really need the help? Is our tax money that is why It is our business. And how can I report to the department of immigration… [cont.]
Asked by bluemind116 - Tue Nov 14 12:15:41 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. This is the biggest bunch of hooey I have ever heard.
Answered by courage - Tue Nov 14 12:24:17 2006

What is topics are related to Social Services?
Q. I have a paper to write and I need to pick a topic related to social services. I'm not for sure exactly what social services are. Any ideas?
Asked by Deeds - Mon Apr 6 16:36:26 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Social Services Definition (see source below) "Benefits and facilities such as education, food subsidies, health care, and subsidized housing provided by a government to improve the life and living conditions of the children, disabled, the elderly, and the poor in the national community."
Answered by Susan W - Thu Apr 9 18:48:41 2009

How anonymous is calling Social Services anonymously?
Q. I know someone who's child is just an inconvenience for her. She has been exposing her to some very damaging people and places lately. I live in a very small town and everyone knows everything about everyone. I would risk much perhaps even my job if I was to contact social services and they were not discreet. How anonymous is making an anonymous call?
Asked by mudpuppie_80 - Mon Oct 5 15:11:51 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I cannot vouch for any state but my own, but when I was doing an internship at Department of Children Services, it was completely anonymous. It was not mandatory that you give an information about yourself. Yes, it was preferred that you left some way to contact you in case other questions arose, but it was not mandatory. As for only the cases that people gave their names get pushed though, that is a lie. That is not true in ANY state. If a call comes, rather they give personal info or not, has to be investigated. Unfortunately, due to the fact that there are so many abuse cases, they have to be prioritized. First, sexual, then physical, finally verbal. However, most verbal abuse cases get dropped because it is so hard to prove. … [cont.]
Answered by fred - Mon Oct 5 22:53:35 2009

Can Social Services close your daycare case if not working?
Q. Hi. I am a college student with a little daughter. Finding a job is so hard these days and I have my daughter in a daycare through Social Services helping me to pay for it. They said if I didn't find a job in 4 months then they will close my case. Their explanation: Even though I am in school full-time I have to being doing job/school for 25 hours a week. I don't know what to do if I can't find a job by the end of this month. Any help please?
Asked by Southern B - Wed Mar 11 11:29:43 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes. They can and they will. Get a job soon or be prepaired to pay for childcare.
Answered by Hooyah! - Thu Mar 12 22:19:53 2009

Norfolk Social Services have once again abducted two children, should they be charged with kidnap?
Q. Once again the lying toads of Norfolk Social Services have abducted, and I use the word literally, two children. Not because they were being abused or neglected, but because their grandparents are members of the Salvation Army. This slither of scum masquerading as child protectionists, have place the kids with foster parents who have stopped the children saying their prayers. "We don't do God in this house." they said. This is a gross abuse of the children's right to express their religious beliefs... Earlier I claimed that the children were not being abused, they are - by Norfolk Social services.
Asked by bicballpoint - Wed Oct 15 11:37:20 2008 - - 7 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Nothing that social services does surprises me they have on numerous times been guilty of serious criminal neglect , but are never called to answer for they stupidity, many children have died because of them , and each time we get the same old spiel we have tightened up our procedures and it will not happen again and again and again and again.
Answered by Mechanic - Wed Oct 15 12:30:44 2008

What happens when you call social services to deal with a family crime?
Q. If an older adult sister started to slap her younger sister (this is one of many things she's done as physical abuse, and then theres emotional too), and the younger finally decided to call social services to deal with that, what would happen? Would the older adult sister get a criminal record? (I live in Australia)
Asked by Goal: -6 by 0209 - Mon Nov 26 06:39:25 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The social services would investigate the situation. The older sister won't neccessarily get a record, only when they find evidence of criminal activities e.g child abuse. If this is happening to you or someone close to you, you need to tell someone. Good Luck
Answered by Cerise S - Mon Nov 26 06:53:16 2007

How many people is on any social services program in the United States?
Q. people provide a source..I need to know how many people were on any social services in 2001 and 2007..please help me; i need this information for a speech!
Asked by Kyhry T - Mon Apr 20 19:56:23 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. this site has 2004 figures don't know where but I'm sure if you look you can find 2001/2007 figures. This chapter discusses the number of adults and children who benefited from services funded by the Social Services Block Grant (SSBG). During 2004, an estimated 14,673,000 people received services supported at least partially by the SSBG
Answered by Some One Else - Mon Apr 20 21:03:47 2009

When a relatives kids are taken away can another relative take them in through social services?
Q. My sister is about to get reported to social services for neglect of her kids. I am very happy about this decision! Now if it so happens in worst case, that they get taken from her home and care. Is there any way I could take these kids and raise them in mine and my fiances care. They know us well and I do her babysitting through social services so i am well aware of the kids needs. Any input helps!
Asked by Bibi - Sat Dec 5 15:45:35 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, that's possible. In fact, family placement is usually preferred. It sounds like you already have the background checks done that you'd need as well. You have to remember though, that the goal of CS is not to permanently take the kids away, it's to give her a chance to get her act back together and to get the kids back - so just because they are placed with you, doesn't mean that you'll have them to raise to adulthood.
Answered by crystal_b - Sat Dec 5 15:50:47 2009

6 months after adopting a child the parents split up do social services need to be informed?
Q. My friends adopted a child 6 months ago and now after 15 years of marrage they have split up. Various members of their families are now saying that they are going to contact social services and let them know the situation. She is now worried about what will happen. Does anyone out their know if their will be any serious comebacks, Or have you heard of any one else going through the same thing.
Asked by donna b - Mon Apr 28 07:20:21 2008 - - 27 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Divorce can and often does affect the status of a foster care placement, but it has no legal effect on a finalised adoption. Once adopted, a child is the parents' legal child, just as if he or she had been born to them. If the adoption has not yet been finalised, the agency should be notified and it will be up to the court to decide if one or both parents should be allowed to finalise the placement as the marriage dissolves; in such a case, the recommendation of the adoption agency would be an important factor in the decision. If the adoption has been finalised, then of course all aspects of custody, etc., will be the same as that relating to any child from a failed marriage.
Answered by uknative - Mon Apr 28 07:35:29 2008

Where can I find internships in the fields of social services?
Q. I'm a college junior and I'm looking for internship that deals with social services. I want to be a social worker and I want to get some experience while I'm still in school. I live in New York City and I prefer to find internships here. Is there any organizations I can get in touch with or websites that list internships? Any help with be appreciated. By the way, my college doesn't offer or assist with internships.
Asked by seekinganswers1 - Mon Dec 1 05:52:33 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hi I'm not in the States but am a Social Worker here in OZ. The way we operate here is that depending on your age, we do encourage voluntary work usually through Community, Charity or Religious agencies[non Government agencies]. Mainstream agencies [Government - Private] are reluctant to take on any one not formally studying the Social Sciences. [insurances e.t.c.] I do supervise Social Work Students [Undergrad] in my work place. Hope that gives you some ideas. All the best & if you do take on SW consider a year in OZ!
Answered by bejay - Mon Dec 1 06:11:46 2008

what are the current issues involving the department of health and social services in wales?
Q. This question is about the health and social services in wales. This is not about the government for the whole of the UK it is just related to the Welsh Assembly Government. any answers welcome thanks very much. so what are the current issues involving the department of health and social services in wales?
Asked by Little Lloyd - Mon Feb 8 07:58:56 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There are loads. Being a bit more specific would be of use. The first link picks one out. The other two links might be of help to you as well. Good luck!
Answered by The Patriot - Wed Feb 10 04:24:16 2010

How do I contact the social services ?
Q. I want to know how to contact the social services , incase the abuse goes on any longer by my mother how do i get a hold of chid services or social services ? please help i need to know . I cant live like this anylonger knowing that everytime i do something by mistake or get a bad grade my mom lashes out and then hits me . How can I prevent her from hitting me ? what do i do?
Asked by Toya R - Tue May 12 12:34:51 2009 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The next time your mom hits you, take that bruise and show your teacher. Your teacher has a duty to report your mom to child protective services. Other than that, if you post your city (no other identifying details though please), I will look up the number for child protective services for you.
Answered by pragmatism_rules - Tue May 12 13:00:27 2009

What sorts of entry-level jobs can I find in Social Services?
Q. I am a college graduate with a degree in English. However, I have been working as a counselor in a Youth Shelter for the past year and I have become interested in the field of social services. I have recently been looking for higher-paying jobs in this field, but I find that many of these jobs ask for a college background in Social Work. What types of entry-level jobs that pay at least $25,000 a year might I be qualified for with my experience and education background?
Asked by john l - Tue Mar 6 13:01:27 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You will find that any job that requires specialized training or pays better will often seek Social work degrees first. However, if you are in an area with a small pool of BSW's this will work to your advantage. You will find group home, and recreation programs the easiest to get in. Some dept of social services may be an option. Also working with the elderly may be an option. DA
Answered by Dr_Adventure - Wed Mar 7 01:08:23 2007

How do you work for social services?
Q. i havn't taken any alevels what other courses/training can i take to work for the social services and how long will that take? how much will i earn and what will my work consist of?
Asked by ConfusedLover - Fri Mar 12 13:18:50 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I went to a community college studying human services. It had taken me 2 years to complete a certificate in human services. That is the most basic easy program you can take to work in social services. I got a small internship out of this program. It was worth it because It was a good way to network finding jobs in the community.
Answered by Cookie Time - Fri Mar 12 16:21:11 2010

Has anyone gone thru Dept of Social Services to get child support?
Q. Has anyone used the Department of Social Services to file for child support? If so, how long did it take once they found the Non Custodial Parent, to start getting payments?? Do you think it would be quicker and easier to get a lawyer?
Asked by Garden Girl - Mon Apr 14 17:36:26 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It's much better than getting a lawyer. They do all the work for you. I don't quite remember how long it took for the payments to start, it couldn't of been too long. I went through medicaid, they called him into the court and handled everything.
Answered by Lola - Mon Apr 14 17:42:19 2008