Summary
In California, CPS may remove a child if they believe the child is in immediate danger or risk of harm, such as physical or sexual abuse, neglect, or unsafe living conditions. Neglect includes failure to meet basic needs like food, housing, education, and medical care. If CPS finds unsanitary living conditions, they may open an investigation and provide a plan for improvement. If the situation is not rectified, it could lead to the childs removal.Full Conversation
Oh ok thank you what does neglect or abandonment exactly mean?
Neglect generally refers to a parent's failure to meet a child's basic needs, such as food, housing, education, and medical care. Abandonment is when a parent leaves a child without adequate care or supervision, or without proper planning for their care. These terms can vary by state.
What does it mean if a parent fails to provide medical care?
In California, a parent's failure to provide medical care can be considered neglect. This includes:
- Not seeking necessary medical treatment for a child's illness or injury
- Not following medical advice for a child's health condition
- Denying a child necessary medication or medical procedures.
Each case is evaluated individually.
Ok thank you
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Will cps come and look around my house after i made a report
Yes, in California, CPS typically conducts a home visit after a report is made. This is to assess the living conditions and safety of the environment for the child.
What happens if they find the living conditions unsanitary?
In California, if CPS finds the living conditions to be unsanitary, it could lead to:
- Opening an investigation
- Creating a plan for improvement
- In severe cases, removal of child from home
Each situation is assessed individually.
What if my dads parents who own the property don't want to pay to have it ckeaned because it is too expensive
As the property owners, your grandparents have responsibility over its condition. If they refuse to maintain it, CPS may consider it as potential neglect. However, they usually provide a chance to rectify the situation before taking drastic measures.
However, they usually provide a chance to rectify the situation before taking drastic measures. What does that mean?
This means that CPS often provides parents or guardians with guidelines or a plan to improve the living conditions before deciding to remove a child. This could involve cleaning, repairs, or other changes to make the home safer.
Oh ok i have a very old bed it's about 12 years old that his parents gave me to sleep on my dad keeps saying that he'll buy me a new bed but hasn't in months
If your current sleeping conditions are uncomfortable or unsafe, it might be seen as neglect. Does the condition of the bed pose any health or safety risks to you?
It makes me uncomfortable
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It's important to ensure that your living conditions are safe. If the bed is causing you physical discomfort, it could potentially be considered as a neglect issue. Have you discussed this with your father or a trusted adult?
Yes i have talked to my family about it I'll ask my dad for a new bed again
That's a good step. Remember, it's crucial to have a safe and comfortable living environment. If the issue continues, you may want to consider reporting the situation.
Ok i will what will cps look into?
In California, CPS will consider the following during their investigation:
- The child's physical health and safety
- The level of supervision provided
- The condition of the living environment (cleanliness, availability of food, etc.)
- Any signs of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
- The parents' or caretakers' behavior, including any substance abuse or mental health issues.
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