Tips

Tips I've Learned

• Compliance is crucial.  Complete every service in your case plan, even if you disagree with it. 

• If you havn't been provided with a case plan or services to that will lead to reunification, speak up. Tell your lawyer.

• Document positive interactions.  Keep cards, drawings, photos (if allowed) from your children. Also, document every visit (date, time, length of visit, etc.

• Build your support team/system.  You need people who believe in you and can advocate on your behalf

• Don't talk about your case on social media beyond general advocacy. Anything you post can be used against you. They will find a way!

• Stay consistent.  Show up to every visit, meeting, court hearing, and every appointment, and document them

• Be patient, but persistant.  These cases take time, but don't let workers forget about you

• Take care of your mental health.  You can't fight effectively if you're falling apart

• Learn the system.  The more  you understand, the better you can navigate it

• Never give up.  Even on the hardest days, keep fighting!

How to Support Someone Fighting for Their Child

If someone you know is going throught this:

• Listen without judgement/interupting. They need your support, not criticism

• Offer practical help.  Rides to court, help with other kids, meals

• Attend court with them.  Having support in the courtroom matters

• Help with documentation.  Assist with organizing paperwork

• Check in regularly.  Don't let them feel alone

• Be a character witness.  Write a letter of support if asked

• Respect boundaries.  Don't push them to share more than they're comfortable with

📱Contact Us

Have a resource/tip to add? Do you have something you'd like to share? Know of an organization that helped you?  Contact us at fighting.4.jr@gmail.com  or through this website.

This resource page is a living document. I update it often, usually when I learn something new.  Bookmark it and check back regularly.  Because this case is still active, I am limited as to what I can share, but I will continue to share tips and whatever I learn as long as there is a chance it could it help someone else.  

REMEMBER:  You are not alone.  Your fight matters. Your child is worth it. Never give up!  Your child needs you now more than ever!   Xoxo

You can view the full guide 'How To Support Someone Fighting For Their Child' here:  How to Support Someone Fighting for Their Child