The FIC was founded in 2004, with the ITC component added in 2009. The Court uses a phased approach to recovery for not only the parent, but the family.
The FI-ITC is a Family Dependency Court and hears cases involving CPS and allegations of child abuse or neglect cases where substance abuse by the caregiver(s) is a primary factor in removal of the child(ren) from the caregivers’ custody. The Court uses an array of services for children and adults focused on healing of trauma and improving recovery and well-being of the children and their familie
s. The FI-ITC is unique in its focus on the parent-child relationship and the provision of services to “heal” that relationship.
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We are currently working on finding a new name!! Family Intervention-Infant Toddler Court is a mouthful....please click on the link below and help us out!! The more help we get the better.
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The opportunity amazing saving lives the goal💕Family Intervention Court aka Star Family Drug Court .. preserving families one day at a time .. if interested in finding out more details on this program feel free to visit the 7th floor CPS specialty court Judge Katrina Griffith in the Juvenile Court Building 1200 Congress. Contact Tamisha Laster @ 708-359-7804 you may visit in person Matilda Saragosa @ 201 Caroline suit 1548 and/ or visit our page Harris County Family Intervention-Infant Toddler Court
They say its success through addiction recovery, but many simply call it star or drug court.
Be sure to check out Fox 26 and the Isaiah Factor at 10:30 to see the Family Intervention-Infant Toddler Court!! We have some awesome team members who put their heart and souls into the belief that recovery is possible and want to spread the news. We are grateful for the opportunity to have all of what we do highlighted!!!
Working in, as a part of, the child welfare system can be painfully frustrating at times. Luckily, we have the ability to do things differently within our program. There are so many barriers to reunification, recovery, health, financial stability, employment, sobriety, all within a 12 month, sometimes 18 month timeframe, it’s overwhelming. When parents get to see their infant/toddler/kids for two hours, every two weeks....that’s not the best we can do!! Protecting children also involves protecting their mental health/attachment/bonding opportunities. I look forward to reading the policy brief.
We will always continue looking at ways to be better at what we do!!
Texas has made progress on CPS & foster care issues, but there's a lot more work to do! Check out our policy brief on key CPS issues of the session.
It's helpful background for the House Appropriations Subcommittee hearings on CPS scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.
Some of the Texas data to highlight....
18% of all victims in 2017 were under the age of 1 (10,871)
41% were between the ages of 0-3 (25,395)
There were 61,506 victims in Texas
11,971 are repeat victims
19% of victims are African American
30% of victims are White
44% of victims are Hispanic
26.3% --victims with drug abuse caregiver risk factor
15.9% of all victims had Family Preservation cases within the last 5 years
If you note the table regarding Part C services, IDEA, for Texas there is no data.
This report presents national data about child abuse and neglect known to child protective services agencies in the United States during federal fiscal year 2017.
We are currently looking for therapists certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or trained in TF-CBT wiht extensive experience, to work with our kids/families on an hourly contract basis. Therapists will be required to participate in ongoing case consultation with multidiciplinary team. Hours vary and are determined by you and the family. All families are involved in the Family Intervention-Infant Toddler Court Program.
If you are interested, please contact Sarah Bogard at [email protected] or 832-964-6104
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Meeting our own needs and the needs of those we serve begins with creating a culture of well-being, of healing, where all people who enter our court feel physically and psychologically safe and valued. In creating this culture, it is important to understand that in the world in which we operate, rea...
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If you are looking for some fun weekend activities to do with the kids, here are some great ideas!
Boredom, you're officially BUSTED.
Some important information regarding sleep and how important it is to your health, wellbeing and recovery!
When you sleep, you give your body and mind the time it needs to cleanse, stabilize, and heal itself.
As we enter a new year, let’s all take some life lessons from this little girl. Even if in comparison to others she isn’t as far along, she’s confident in herself. Even if you aren’t as far along in your recovery as you would like to be, keep moving forward, no matter what. You will face setbacks, you will face triggers, but, no matter what, never let life take your swagger!! Just keep moving forward!
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded $30 million to public housing authorities nationwide, which will work closely with local public welfare agencies to identify youth at risk of homelessness and families whose lack of adequate housing is the primary reason their children are in foster care.
This funding will make 3,000 vouchers available for families who are unable to secure affordable housing for their children or dependents.
Harris County was awarded 85 housing vouchers!! Thanks to all of the work done by a group of amazing agencies, our families/kids will be one of many beneficiaries.
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded $30 million to public housing authorities nationwide, which will work closely with local public welfare agencies to identify youth at risk of homelessness and families whose lack of adequate housing is the primar...
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Although the air conditioner is out, seeing Judge Hellums honored today was 100% worth it. The work we do is based on her initial desire to create a better system for families. Thanks to First3Years for honoring and highlighting her lifes work!!
Autumn's story was awesome as we celebrated Parent Appreciation Day today. She has come so far in the last few years!!
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