You Are Not Alone
Parents Helping Parents offers a guide titled "You Are Not Alone: An Empowering Guide for Parents Whose Children are in DCF Foster Care". The guide was written by parents for parents; a group of 12 parents came together to share what they learned about DCF and the Juvenile Court system when their children were removed by DCF.
For many, this is a scary time. Your child has just been taken from you. You may not understand why, or you may not agree with DCF’s reason for taking your child. Where do you start? Start by reading this guide. Knowledge is the key to your success.
Our English guide* is available as both a printed and an electronic guide. Our Spanish edition is ONLY available as a downloadable PDF.
*You may also order printed copies of the English DCF Guide by filling out our materials request form.
What Parents Are Saying...
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"You’ll never forget the day it happened. You’ll have endless nights not knowing where your child is. The trauma takes so long to leave and then it comes back when you least expect it."
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“Think ahead. If you plan for what you can do next to help your case, you’ll make quicker progress and hopefully get your children back home sooner.
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“I had no idea what to say to people other than that I wanted my kids home with me.”
For Professionals
Professionals working in behavioral health, pediatrics, child protection, probation, and legal services tell parents about our services. We work to strengthen "Protective Factors" such as social connections and parental resilience that are correlated with reduced violence at home. We encourage you to let parents know about our Parent Support Groups and 24-hour Parent Stress Line by distributing our materials , such as brochures, magnets and calling cards. All materials are available free of charge.