calling CPS? My daughters best friends (7 yrs old) mom is a horrible Mother. I'm pretty sure she's on drugs, she always has lots of guys over (they live in a 1 bedroom trailer), she sends her daughter to school without breakfast or lunch, and she drops her off at my house every chance she gets and then just leaves her here without calling or checking up on her. Most of the time her phone is shut off and we can't get a hold of her. Also, they've been without gas for about 2 months. The little girl really seems to not like being around her mom much, and begs to stay "just one more day!" I'm not a big fan of CPS, and I don't want to get involved with this if I don't have to. She doesn't know who her Dad is, and the only other family member she has is her Grandmother, but I don't think she will step up and take responsibility. I have her over at least half the week, but it's starting to put a strain on our budget. I love this little girl, and I would appreciate any advice with this
2006-09-27 10:29:56 · 7 answers · asked by kylanusoftly 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
you have to do something and soon. CPS is not always the answer but you don't want to get your self in any trouble by not contacting authorities , Call CPS anyway. explain it and they will take over . they will go to the girls home and look around and talk to her mother if possible ,My feelings is I would rather call CPS and have my conscience clear and my heart telling me i did the right thing. instead of doing nothing and sending her back home, to her place of hell...
2006-09-27 10:38:05 · answer #1 · answered by StarShine G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're already inolved. You could call CPS or DHS and find out what your choices are. You may be able to become a foster mom for her. The state will give you money to help take care of her. You merely need a clean record yourself. You also have to take a test. Talk to some experts. Maybe some lawyers or a hotline for CPS or DHS. You can remain anonymous. Maybe call the school let them handle it. If you really love her though and want the best care don't let her get caught up in the system. She'll more than likely end up like her mother. Most foster parents just do it for the money. Not for a child they love. Do some research.
2006-09-27 10:40:48 · answer #2 · answered by babygirl4 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried to talk seriously with the girl's mother? What you do is great but she should take her responsibilities after all. Talk to her, give her a chance and maybe a second chance and if nothing changes - call CPS.
2006-09-27 10:42:15 · answer #3 · answered by nelabis 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Wow...you are definitely in a tough situation. For starters, and as hard as I know this is going to be for you, you have to report that mother. This little girls future depends on someone SAVING her. God only know what else goes on inside that trailer when she is there or what she has been exposed to...and trust me, you cannot take those things back and you sure can't erase it. It great that you have enough love to give but children, but one is not yours and unless your planning on adopting this child, this might also bring problems. If that little girl begins expressing her dislike for her own mother because she feels that she has found a new mother in you, you might be in for a HUGE surprise.
2006-09-27 10:39:06 · answer #4 · answered by salsadive 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow. The budget is pretty important, but it seems wrong to turn her away because of that. It sorta hangs on how over-budget you are.
2006-09-27 10:57:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you'll be my biggest hero if you ask to adopt this little child...
2006-09-27 10:33:18 · answer #6 · answered by jqdsilva 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
talk to them
2006-09-27 10:33:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋