Quoting Post Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic Update on the Child Abuse situation Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] Quote: from [m]GI[/m] at 9:03 am on July 16, 2008[quote]http://golivewire.com/forums/peer-yaeoioa-support-a.html ^^Original post. Basically, he came in on Monday looking god-awful. His uniform was muddy, he had a dark bruise which looked like a hand print on his arm, and stitches on his forehead. I contacted the headmistress and she spoke to Jon. He said his Mum was just 'holding his arm when he crossed the road.' Which is utter bullshit.:angry: So we're working together with child services to compile a report, which should be ready by the end of the month when they break up. We're getting there slowly. I'll keep you updated. Cross your fingers! [/quote] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post GI Posted at 9:03 am on July 16, 2008 http://golivewire.com/forums/peer-yaeoioa-support-a.html ^^Original post. Basically, he came in on Monday looking god-awful. His uniform was muddy, he had a dark bruise which looked like a hand print on his arm, and stitches on his forehead. I contacted the headmistress and she spoke to Jon. He said his Mum was just 'holding his arm when he crossed the road.' Which is utter bullshit. So we're working together with child services to compile a report, which should be ready by the end of the month when they break up. We're getting there slowly. I'll keep you updated. Cross your fingers!

Replies GI Posted at 9:49 am on July 16, 2008 Quote: from Al Legator at 9:22 am on July 16, 2008 It's hard to take action in a case like this- I'm glad you did. I don't know about the UK but I would think the law is similar. Here in Canada- at least in the province i live in, Ontario, anyone in your kind of position, if they see possible signs of abuse MUST report it to the authorities. If they do not, they can be prosecuted.   I'm a Scout leader and about 2 years ago we were faced with a similar situation. The main leader contacted the Children's Aid Society, our children's protection agency. Anonymity is guaranteed for the person(s) reporting a possible abuse incident. Then the agency investigates openly. Parents and teachers , Scout leaders, Sunday School teachers etc will be interviewed anonymously, putting all the onus on the CAS, so no-one knows who put in a report. I know this is also the case in some if not all US States. I also want to mention that in most cases - slightly off topic- if people reading this are afraid to go to a doctor to get a possible STD checked out, because you are a minor, don't be worried that you'll be reported to your parents. In every N. American (and probably the UK) jurisdiction I know of, EXCEPT in possible cases if sexual/physical abuse is suspected, the doctor does not report the STD to anyone. In cases of suspected abuse, the doctor will still not report to your parents, they'll report the children's protection agency - again, anonymously and they start an investigation. No-one knows who reported to the agency. Having said that about the US, I'm told that sometimes the doctor's office bills to a medical insurance company which then MIGHT send some paperwork to the holder of the insurance (usually a parent). If you are in the US and concerned about that, simply phone the doctor's office and ask if that happens in your case. If it does, free clinics may be available. Back to the OP- thank you for caring enough to take some action. Thanks Legator! The whole Doc/patient confidentiality thing is true over here, but I wasn't sure about the Child services laws, which is why I wasn't sure what to do. Hopefully everything will sort itself out, but I'd do anything to get Jon anyway from that horrible, drunk, abusive mother of his! Al Legator Posted at 9:22 am on July 16, 2008 It's hard to take action in a case like this- I'm glad you did. I don't know about the UK but I would think the law is similar. Here in Canada- at least in the province i live in, Ontario, anyone in your kind of position, if they see possible signs of abuse MUST report it to the authorities. If they do not, they can be prosecuted. I'm a Scout leader and about 2 years ago we were faced with a similar situation. The main leader contacted the Children's Aid Society, our children's protection agency. Anonymity is guaranteed for the person(s) reporting a possible abuse incident. Then the agency investigates openly. Parents and teachers , Scout leaders, Sunday School teachers etc will be interviewed anonymously, putting all the onus on the CAS, so no-one knows who put in a report. I know this is also the case in some if not all US States. I also want to mention that in most cases - slightly off topic- if people reading this  are afraid to go to a doctor to get a possible STD checked out, because you are a minor, don't be worried that you'll be reported to your parents. In every N. American (and probably the UK) jurisdiction I know of, EXCEPT in possible cases if sexual/physical abuse is suspected, the doctor does not report the STD to anyone. In cases of suspected abuse, the doctor will still not report to your parents, they'll report the children's protection agency - again, anonymously and they start an investigation. No-one knows who reported to the agency. Having said that about the US, I'm told that sometimes the doctor's office bills to a medical insurance company which then MIGHT send some paperwork to the holder of the insurance (usually a parent). If you are in the US and concerned about that, simply phone the doctor's office and ask if that happens in your case. If it does, free clinics may be available. Back to the OP- thank you for caring enough to take some action. Katie57 Posted at 9:12 am on July 16, 2008 yay! poor kid. Day Old Blues Posted at 9:08 am on July 16, 2008 I'm glad things are progressing. It's sounding more and more like an abusive situation, so I hope things work out and he can be kept safe soon. Good luck :] ekb20 Posted at 9:08 am on July 16, 2008 Good shit!!! We need more ppl like you Periwinkle Posted at 9:06 am on July 16, 2008 *fingers crossed* That was the right thing to do...here's wishing all goes well. BananaPancake Posted at 9:05 am on July 16, 2008 Good luck. I'm glad you're stepping up and doing your part to get a child removed from an abusive situation. Good for you. plumc0la Posted at 9:04 am on July 16, 2008 Good for you for taking it into your hands All 8 previous replies displayed.