A grandmother writes in heartbreak and disbelief after being denied the chance to care for her own grandchildren. Her letter, shared with permission, is a raw reminder of how DHR separates not just parents and children but entire generations.

By Families vs. DHR Editorial Board In Pasco County, Florida, the job of a child protective investigator carries enormous weight. It requires moral clarity, rigorous honesty, and a deep understanding of what is at stake...

Sunday Spotlight There is a particular kind of silence that settles over a family when the system takes a child and then leaves nothing behind. No updates. No court date. No word. Just silence. It is...

If you're dealing with CPS or DHR, the first thing people tell you is “Get a lawyer.” This is a part of our #GameOver series. You need resources, knowledge, and truth to fight this system....

You are not required to sign a safety plan. DHR’s own policy states that these plans are voluntary and do not change legal custody. This article explains what safety plans really mean, when to be cautious, and how to protect your rights.

They come into the home without warning. They take the child without mercy. And then, in far too many cases, they drug the pain instead of treating the wound. This is what happens behind...

By Families vs. Houston County DHR In Alabama, a parent can lose custody of their child without ever stepping foot in a courtroom. No judge. No hearing. No lawyer. Just a knock at the door and...

A Father’s Day Reflection on Power, Protection, and the Voice They Fear Most Oftentimes, a child’s first word is “Dada.” It’s simple. Soft. Full of meaning. It marks the beginning of attachment, safety, and identity....