How to Write a Safety Plan for DCF
When you are involved with the DCF, you may be asked to submit a “Safety Plan”. The safety plan is helpful for DCF to know what your action steps are. Safety plan can be helpful in keeping you on track and focused. “Safety” Plans are only helpful if you know what you are doing when you […]
How to Write a Relapse Prevention Plan
When you are involved with the Department of Children and Families, more commonly referred to as the DCF, you may be asked to submit a “Relapse Prevention Plan. The relapse prevention plan helps you to focus on what is important. The plan helps you to know what your action steps are and can also be […]
How Long Does DCF Typically Take to Close a Child Abuse Case?
How Long Does DCF Typically Take to Close a Child Abuse Case in Massachusetts? Alt text: Close a Child Abuse Case in Massachusetts Tom and Julie, parents of 5 kids and balancing multiple jobs to make ends meet, were already stretched thin when their situation took a turn for the worse. Despite their best efforts […]
Hidden Dangers of Hiring an Unlicensed Caregiver
How Can You Lose Custody of Your Child?: The Hidden Dangers of Hiring an Unlicensed Caregiver Alt text: Hidden Dangers of Hiring an Unlicensed Caregiver Mildred, a hardworking single mother, thought she had everything under control. Balancing her job at the local clinic and her responsibilities as a parent to her six-year-old son, Andrei, was […]
“Understanding DCF Action Plans: A Guide for Parents”
How Do DCF Action Plans Work and What Should Parents Know? Alt text: DCF Action Plans When Mary and George, loving parents to eight-year-old Emma, faced serious concerns from her school, they felt completely overwhelmed. Emma’s teacher noticed she seemed malnourished, wasn’t performing well academically, and often appeared aloof. Concerned, the teacher called for a […]
How to Win a DCFS Appeal and Keep Your Family Together
How to Win a DCFS Appeal and Keep Your Family Together When a parent needs to appeal a Department of Children and Families (DCF) decision, it can feel like a daunting battle against a powerful force, especially if there’s a false allegation. In one such case, a couple named Eddie and Shirley found themselves under […]
How Priests Can Defend Against Unfounded DCF Accusations
How Can Priests Protect Themselves Against Unfounded DCF Accusations? Father Jerry, a devoted priest in a small Massachusetts town, found his life turned upside down by a grave misunderstanding. He had always been a source of comfort and guidance in his community, known for his kindness, especially to the children of his parish. One afternoon, […]
How to handle your DCF Social Worker
Thanks for joining me here today. Kevin Seaver, a trusted lawyer since 1991, specializes in fighting Massachusetts’ Department of Children and Families (DCF). I turn negatives into positives for my clients T”Sometimes, it’s better to deal with a difficult social worker than request their removal from your case. I had a case recently where the […]
DCF and Coaches, When Trust is Broken
DCF and Coaches, When Trust is Broken A confusing aspect of DCF is the lack of key individuals who can be Mandated Reporters. Mandated Reporters are required to make reports to DCF about suspected child abuse or neglect. While teachers and police officers, as mandated reporters, must promptly report suspected cases of child abuse or […]
How To Successfully Fight Back Against Outrageous DCF Demands
Fight Back Against Outrageous DCF Demands Hello and thank for joining me here today. My name is Kevin Seaver. I am a trusted lawyer since 1991, recognized expert, successfully specializing in fighting the Department of Children and Families, more commonly referred to as DCF. I turn DCF negatives into positives throughout the entire state of […]