How to Fight CPS
Step 1 You need to take a moment and try to clear your mind. I know you are terrified, but this is a very important step! This is going to be one, if not the hardest thing you have ever had to do in your life! You have to make the commitment to give it EVERYTHING you have, if not quit now!
Step 2 There will be a 72 hour hold put on your children. you will not be able to see them until you have your first court appearance. After your 1st court appearance, speak with your attorney and find out what they (CPS) is asking. Speak with your caseworker, mostly to get a feel of where they are coming from. There are some caseworkers that really are there to help reunite your family, and there are others who have a God-like complex. When the time comes for you to have a meeting called a staffing, pay very close attention. Don't be afraid to ask questions. They are the ones with the answers, for now.
Step 3 Do EVE
RYTHING they ask! Don't cut corners, don't make your own rules, just DO it! They are going to ask you for the sun, moon and stars, but your children are counting on you. You will be amazed at the turn your life will take.
Tips & Warnings
- VISIT, VISIT, VISIT! Your children need to see you!
- BE POSITIVE! Even though your heart is breaking, stay positive! Your children are looking at you for guidance!
- BE HONEST! TO EVERYONE! ESPECIALLY YOURSELF!
- DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME! Don't waste time trying to prove anything except you are a good parent.
- Don't lie! Make sure you tell the truth, no matter how bad it sounds, looks, or is.
- Don't promise your children ANYTHING you cannot deliver!
- Don't tell your children they are coming home, until you know for absolute certainity!
- NEVER MISS A VISIT!! NEVER MISS A VISIT!
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