Summary
FAFPT stands for Family Assessment and Planning Team. In Virginia, it includes the family, CPS representatives, and other service providers. The meeting assesses family needs, develops a service plan, and monitors progress. Both parents are typically involved, even if living separately. You have rights to share views, ask questions, and request changes. If you are the investigation target, your role is crucial for presenting your perspective. Each childs situation is addressed separately, and you can seek clarification if focus seems uneven. CPS can request drug tests with consent or a court order. For specific concerns, consult a lawyer.Full Conversation
Do I have rights at this meeting? Who is it for?
Yes, you have rights at a FAFPT meeting. You can:
- Share your views.
- Ask questions.
- Request changes to the plan.
The meeting is for planning and providing services that best support the child and family.
Who is considering to be the family when the parents of the child or children involved live separately?
In Virginia, both parents are typically considered part of the 'family' even if they live separately. The child's best interest is the priority, so both parents' input is typically considered. However, the specifics can vary.
is it good for both parents to be in ation and agreement with each other aside from this meeting and cPS
Yes, it's beneficial for both parents to communicate and agree on matters concerning the child. This promotes a unified approach to the child's welfare, which is generally in the child's best interest. However, each situation is unique and may require specific advice.
I am the target of this investigation, so what is my position at this meeting?
As the target of the investigation, your role in the FAFPT meeting is crucial. You have the opportunity to present your perspective, ask questions, and contribute to the plan formation. Remember, this meeting seeks a collaborative approach for the child's best interest.
and who all is involved in this meeting just the parents of the child or who else what if you have two children do you have to have two separate meetings for the two separate children and what if they won’t tell you anything about one child and seem to be focusing on just the other child I have two children
In a FAFPT meeting:
- Both parents can be involved even if they live separately.
- Other relevant service providers are included.
- Each child's situation is typically addressed separately, even if in the same meeting.
If they're focusing on one child, it may be due to specific concerns. You can ask for clarification.
I was coerced and manipulated and basically forced into thinking that I had to do a drug screen for CPS or they were going to get it court ordered to remove my children, but either way they remove my children one of my children to my youngest father how come, they didn’t drug screen him
In Virginia, CPS can request parents to undergo drug tests. However, they require your consent or a court order. As for testing the other parent, the decision may depend on several factors, like the child's living arrangements or allegations made. You can request clarification from CPS or consult a lawyer for more advice.
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