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<blockquote data-quote="mrscatinthehat" data-source="post: 101156" data-attributes="member: 2063"><p>Ok, I have two kids in placement. They both came about because of actually harming multiple children including easy child. This was an awful experience. We battle with DHS (as it is called in my state) on a regular basis. Even after difficult child 2 sexually abused easy child it was incredibly hard to get him into the system.</p><p></p><p>Now that they are in it I have ver few kind words to say. I understand your need to keep your kids safe etc but be aware that if your child goes into the system your life is no longer your own. We did this voluntarily and we are treated very poorly. Probably because we question everything and are very involved (which isn't easy with three children in different places). </p><p></p><p>Take what respite offers. See if you can find other alternatives. Keeping yourself and your other kids safe is paramount. Keep calling the police. Can your DA have him adjudicated as juvinile delinquant? That way your options may be more.</p><p></p><p>You are faced with hard decisions. None of us knows exactly how hard it is for you. Some of us can understand that it can feel like you are at the end. I know that in my state foster care is the only option for most of the mental health Residential Treatment Center (RTC)'s. So I undeerstand your desire if that is what you are looking for.</p><p></p><p>I hope you find some peace.</p><p></p><p>Beth</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mrscatinthehat, post: 101156, member: 2063"] Ok, I have two kids in placement. They both came about because of actually harming multiple children including easy child. This was an awful experience. We battle with DHS (as it is called in my state) on a regular basis. Even after difficult child 2 sexually abused easy child it was incredibly hard to get him into the system. Now that they are in it I have ver few kind words to say. I understand your need to keep your kids safe etc but be aware that if your child goes into the system your life is no longer your own. We did this voluntarily and we are treated very poorly. Probably because we question everything and are very involved (which isn't easy with three children in different places). Take what respite offers. See if you can find other alternatives. Keeping yourself and your other kids safe is paramount. Keep calling the police. Can your DA have him adjudicated as juvinile delinquant? That way your options may be more. You are faced with hard decisions. None of us knows exactly how hard it is for you. Some of us can understand that it can feel like you are at the end. I know that in my state foster care is the only option for most of the mental health Residential Treatment Center (RTC)'s. So I undeerstand your desire if that is what you are looking for. I hope you find some peace. Beth [/QUOTE]
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