Acronyms
GAL
Guardian ad Litem
What is attachment?
A strong and enduring bond of love that develops between a child and the person(s) he/she interacts with most frequently.
What is temporary custody?
Taking physical custody from the parent and providing personal care and supervision by the state until a court order for emergency custody can be obtained. State law defines how many hours a child may be held in temporary custody without an emergency custody order entered by a judge
What does CASA stand for?
Court Appointed Special Advocate
Administrative Case Review
What is resilience?
Ability to become strong, healthy or successful again after something bad happens
How often are permanency hearings?
Every 6 months
When is a court report due?
2 weeks prior to the court date
ACEs
Adverse Childhood Experiences
What are the 3 basic needs of a child?
Physical, Emotional, Developmental
What is Adjudication?
The process of delivering a judicial decision as to whether the facts alleged in a petition or other pleading are true.
What is the minimum frequency of child visits?
Once every 30 days
CFTM
Child and Family Team Meeting
What is child trauma?
When a child witnesses or experiences an event that poses a real or perceived threat to the life or well-being of the child or someone close to the child.
What is concurrent planning?
A permanency planning strategy for assuring an expedient permanent placement for a child. Planning for reunification occurs simultaneously with the development of alternative permanency plans, including adoption, to be used in the event that it is not possible for the child to return to his/her family of origin
What is the "best interest" principle?
Safe & permanent home as quickly as possible
MSL
Minimum Sufficient Level of Care
Physical
Sexual
Emotional
Neglect
What is a dependent minor?
A child in need of assistance or placement because he/she has no parent, guardian, or custodian responsible for his/her care or supervision, or whose parent, guardian, or custodian, through no fault of their own, is unable to provide the care or supervision
What are the four key components of the CASA role?
Information gathering, facilitation, advocacy, monitoring