Cheryl Leopold is a 38 year old single mother of two girls Jasmine (13) and Kylie (11). In the past year, particularly in the past six months Cheryl described Jasmine’s behaviour as being “out of control” and “difficult”, and it was stated that Jasmine consumes alcohol, skips school, and is showing signs of depression. Cheryl works two part time jobs and is absent three nights a week when she is working night shifts, in which Jasmine sneaks out and ‘does all kinds of stupid stuff”, leaving her sister Kylie unattended. Due to recent events, the Department of Human Services were involved with the Leopold family due to Jasmine disclosing to the staff at her school that Cheryl “beat her” which Cheryl has admitted to and stated that she ‘hit her
Julie Mialaret is my mother and she is 53 years old. My mother exercises very rarely because of her intense work schedule. She says it is hard for her to have the energy everyday to work out after long work hours. She has never smoked in her life because she does not find it appealing. Mrs. Mialaret eats a very low-fat diet and eats very small portions. My mother eats very healthy and is able to maintain her weight without exercise. She faces no barriers when it comes to eating healthy because growing up she ate little portions and couldn't afford fast food. I would like to change my eating habits to better reflect my mom's diet however, I would like to incorporate some sort of exercise into my daily routine. My mom hopes to start exercising
UCM:CPSW called Robyn Smith from Cedar Creek Community School once the release form was received. CPSW told Ms. Robyn that there is no legal documents indicating guardianship. The child is currently living with his grandparents due to mother being homeless and completing her referrals. Also, this worker called the previous CPSW from Anoka. This writer spoke with Elisa Becher from Anoka. She stated that there is no legal documentions indicating guardianship as well. The worker reported that Ms. Kress has legal custody of Glenn and grandparents are helping Ms. Kress until she founds a home and takes care of her mental health referrals. Goal 1-2
When the alleged incident occurred, I, Sarah Karwowski, reserved a room in the HTCC for an Economics study session. I invited Daniel Clark to join us in the room to study/work on homework. While my group and I were working on Econ, Daniel was working on the take home exam for DSCI 259 by himself. Daniel sat at the far end of the table opposite of our study group, where he had ample space to spread out his class notes and practice problems on the table. Amik Kler and friend Michael, who were uninvited to the reserved room, entered the study room upon seeing Daniel. Amik sat down directly across from Daniel and proceeded to take out his copy of the take home exam for DSCI 259, with complete knowledge that Daniel was working on the same exam.
This assignment involves a case study where Ralph, a fourteen year old boy, is currently in foster care because his mother; Kerry, felt she was unable to control him due to his behaviour. However, Kerry has now expressed that she is unhappy with this foster placement and has requested that her son be returned to live with her and his two younger brothers. The scenario becomes more complex owing to the fact that Ralph has disclosed that his mother had regularly hit him with a walking stick. In this essay I will seek to consider the main practice issues raised by the scenario of the case study. Using the materials provided within the course along with my own professional experience, I will outline relevant legislation
Rachel Fried grew up in Fredericksburg, VA, and moved to New Orleans in 2011 to attain her Bachelors of Public Health in three years. While in undergrad, Rachel worked with Bayou Rebirth, a wetlands restoration non-profit, and joined and served leadership roles with Delta Xi Nu Multicultural Sorority, Inc. She graduated with dual degree credits and after reaffirming her passion for healthcare decided on the Masters of Health Administration degree. As part of this program, Rachel completed her administrative residency at University Medical Center, where she restructured the workflow process in over 45 clinics to align behavior towards a common goal, researched and rewrote new policies, and participated in the physical movement of the hospital
During Ms Luczaks pregnancy with Baby Adam the domestic abuse continued and reports of violence were made. It was considered that no child protection concerns were raised at present but the conversation had been recorded in case of any further incidents and MS Luczak had been informed of this conversation that took place between then midwife and social worker. This had only been recorded on Adams file and not the other children.
Her story begins way before her birth and in a cycle of abuse beginning with her maternal grandmother Joan Warren and being raped. An unfortunate event that can abruptly change someone’s life especially if it results in a pregnancy with a child you do not want and have no other choice but to bring into the world. One can imagine the relationship between Joan and Cyntoia’s mother Georgina. The lack of guidance and affection would lead Georgina to a life of drinking. Georgina eventually dropped out of high school got pregnant, drank even more during her pregnancy and took up crack cocaine. The effects of alcohol alone are drastic on a child, add some cocaine to the mix and it’s a recipe for disaster. Georgina realizing that she would not be able to give her the proper upbringing begins Cyntoia’s misfortunates. For two years she went from house to house. With no type of stability, no type of security, no type of emotional connections or relationship Cyntoia developed disorders that affected her relations as she got older. This is reflected by the relationships Cyntoia would get involved with while growing up, and her distrust of adults and authority. If from birth, Cyntoia were placed in a stable home, with individuals whom were concerned with her growth and development and received the proper help for any generic disorder, she wouldn’t be serving life in prison for defending her
Establish what lessons are to be learnt from the case about the way in which local professionals and organisations work individually and together to safeguard and promote the welfare of children;
This essay will identify a case I have been involved in and have continuously had to assess whilst on placement. It will refer to a child who will be identified as A. A is a young carer and has only recently returned home after being removed from his mothers care due to her having a substance abuse problem and mental health concerns. I will link the legal framework that was relevant to this case study and describe actions taken. Additionally these actions will demonstrate the application of social work methods and theories that were contributive elements in his intervention, offering explanations as to why these particular methods were used. Before closing, the essay will review any issues of discrimination with a reflection of the
This assignment will discuss “Amie’s case study” and will explore some of the risks that she is exposed too and how they can have effect on her welfare. I will start by defining what is child safeguarding centred on the legislation framework of the Children Act 2004. I will also look on what is abuse and naming types of abuse, and establish the knowledge and understanding of Assessment Framework in Amie’s case. I will also look at multi-professional strategies that can provide help and protect Amie and her siblings according to legal legislation.
Prior to this James lived with his mother and two older sisters,15 and 13. At this stage James has not had contact with his mother since the move, nor with the sisters as they are no longer living with Mother. James’s sisters currently live with their father, due to James having a different father and no contact with his father, custody was given to Megan and Rick. Megan has expressed concerns with the stability of James’s home life prior to coming and living with their family and is apprehensive in regards to James’s welfare. Megan has communicated with teachers that James has been diagnosed with an intellectual disability that doctors believe may be due to Partial Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (PFAS). Evidence of PFAS has not been provided to the teacher or the school. Megan and Rick are in the process of seeking formal assessments and information from doctors, including psychologists, paediatricians and therapists to assist with James transition to his new home and
The reason I have chosen her article is because she is social policy academic, lecturer and an expert within the field of children, young adults and social care; specialising within the field of youth and child sexual exploitation (Sophie Hallett, no date).
Nevertheless, with substantial concerns for Dave’s wellbeing, at least two referrals appeared to reach the grounds to intervene. In response, the Local Authority’s duty was to ‘investigate, or instigate, a Section 47 enquiry to determine the necessary action to safeguard and promote Dave’s welfare’ (Children Act, 1989: C41:Pv:S47). With 24 hours for a strategy meeting to decide the initial course of action, the safeguarding process consists of gathering and sifting through information. Influencing factors, particularly the family being known to Social Services, having identified risks, such as perpetrators within the home, and patterns in chronologies, aid decision-making by suggesting children are at increased risk (Turney et al, 2011).
An “audit failure” is a situation in which a professional auditor fails to detect a material error in the financial statements of the company they are auditing. The audit failure in the situation of Rita Crundwell the failure was exacerbated by the fact that the auditors continually signed off on the misstated statements for years. Crundwell is responsible for many of the deficiencies mentioned, such as the missing funds and the incorrect invoices. However, she is not the sole person responsible for this fraud. The lack of internal control is to blame, and this cannot be placed on a single person. The government should have separated duties and used
This essay shall be based on the assumption that I am a Local authority social worker given the case referral of Stephanie and Stephen. The essay shall be focusing on the laws, policy and procedures that will guide through the assessment process of this case and how these can be used to meet the needs of all concerned. The assignment includes discussions on some of the key aspects of framework for the assessment of children in need and their families and The Children’s Act 1989, in particular section 17, duty to safeguard and I will incorporate anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice.