Birth Mother Matters in Adoption S 2 Ep.134: Choosing CPS/DCS Over Adoption- P2

Birth Mother Matters in Adoption  S 2 Ep.134: Choosing CPS/DCS Over Adoption- P2

When making the choice to work with DCS, Birth Mothers may be given the opportunity to participate in services to rectify the issue that brought their baby into the state’s care and custody.  

The Department of Child Safety Reunification Plan may include the following depending on the birth mother’s circumstances for the state’s involvement:

1. treatment services to help the Birth Mother obtain and maintain a sober lifestyle that will allow/permit for a safe environment in which for the baby to reside.
2. Random drug screening
3. Random home visits
4. A stable and safe housing situation
5. A safety monitor
6. Supervised visits with her baby
7. Parenting Classes