Kids Special Needs: Letter

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Letter

I'm writing to our governor to see if we can adopt the 2yr old. The governor is above DSHS, and should know there are situations where it's not in the best interest for all sibings, always, to stay together. Not to mention, we can't find the alleged law/act in writing anywhere, stating that in our state, sibling groups have to remain intact if a sibling is 4yrs old or younger.

I also made one post earlier today. See below.

7 comments:

Lauri said...: I really hope that is possible.. can you get one of the social workers/ medical professionals to write a letter advocating for this move? That can be helpful

Good Luck; Wed Feb 20, 03:00:00 PM
Kerry said...: Good for you! I was just on the phone telling my friend that the 2 year old isn't sufficiently screwed up yet...so the department needs more time. Have you spoken to a department supervisor? How about CASA or the girls attorney? Make a BIG stink! I cyber support you 100%

Kerry; Wed Feb 20, 05:38:00 PM
Don and Be said...: We have not been out in Blogland in awhile and had a lot of reading to catch up on Kids Special Needs. Your plate is full, Esther, and all we can do from this end is pray. We will follow along on your incredible journey.
Don & Be; Thu Feb 21, 01:53:00 AM
Deb said...: I'm so glad you've decided to try to bring her home. I will be praying for her and for a miracle to happen. It really sounds like she needs to be with your family.

And I'll be praying for the oldest as well. It's so sad that she wants to go back to those ones that harmed her.; Thu Feb 21, 08:58:00 AM
Wendy said...: Would it help to have others write as well? I will certainly write if it could help!!; Thu Feb 21, 09:40:00 AM
Susan said...: Writing the gov. is fine, but also see if they have a staff member who deals with constituent complaints, like senators and U.S. Reps do. If so, bend that person's ear, then send your letter with details.

See if you can fax or email the letter, then follow up to be sure it was received. You need to let them know it needs to be acted on quickly. And, again, a personal call to get someone on your side could help greatly.

I'm a journalist; email me privately if you'd like help wording your letter or with finding info you need somehow (the Freedom of Information Act can be your friend). I'd start by calling the press person for DSHS and asking to see a copy of that law or regulation in writing. If it exists, you have a right to see it. That might help.

Also, enlisting your local state rep or state senator could help.

Or is there a local legislator who has sponsored legislation aimed at adoption reforms or DSHS? That person might be a good advocate.; Thu Feb 21, 09:41:00 AM
MyGirlElena said...: I hope this works out for you. That poor baby is entitled to a family.
I also hope the four year old finds some inner peace. Wanting to go back to where she was hurt so badly is insane.; Thu Feb 21, 10:19:00 AM