Dependency Actions

Child Protective Services

Contesting Child Protective Services Dependency Actions Children have rights, such as food, clothing, shelter, health care, protection from physical harm and freedom from emotional abuse. When it is suspected that a child’s rights are being violated through abuse or neglect, Child Protective Services (CPS) will intervene to ensure the child’s safety.  The State of Washington …

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Foster Parent/ Guardianship Issues

Resources: DSHS: Foster Parents’ Rights and Responsibilities DSHS: Foster Parenting and Relatives Caring for Kids  

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