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1.How many of you actually get copies of the Parenting Plan on a regular basis? I get them pretty regularly on one case, have never recieved them on another.
2. How many of you are actually able to participate in the case planning/meeting/conference...and what has your experience been like? Do you feel like it gives you more of a voice, more control? Or is it just a "nice" thing to make you feel like you have a say.
On one case, we have participated in everything. It was tough at times, especially when mom realized that the kids were bonding with us, then it became a competition. And still is. It has been tough, because sometimes you have to give it to the parents straight because no one else in the room is willing to do that. I do feel like it has given me more of a voice. I have been willing to stand up and fight for what is right for these boys when no one else was willing to.
When the bp's are especially manipulative, add that to a "GREEN, Wet behind the ears" SW, things can get twisted, and then no good is being done for the kids. So sometimes, it takes people standing up and saying what needs to be said.
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