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Sibling placement
Just went to court for two year old fs, B. He has an older brother, D, who is 3, and a newborn sister, M. Reunification does not look like an option and concurrent planning was ordered. D seems to be in a great home with foster parents that are more than willing to make sure that the brothers see each other, etc. Also, D's fm has more training to deal with his issues than I do. M's fp have made no effort to get in touch with us, etc. Although I'm sure M is in a good home, I don't get the warm and fuzzy feeling that the fp's will try to keep the little girl in touch with her brothers. B is quite a handful and all that we can handle at this point, but I have much hope that he will get better and eventually be able to be reunited with at least his sister and see his brother often. My question is how do I make my concerns known to the "powers that be" that I think these kids should be kept together as much as possible? It seems like no one wants them to be together. No one had even asked if we'll take the baby and when I try to bring it up the sw just shuts me down. Who's looking out for the best interest of the kids? M is only two months old and I think something needs to be done before everyone gets too attached and bonding is an issue.
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