Navigating the child welfare system can be a daunting task, even for seasoned professionals.  There are layers of regulations, policies, state laws, and industry jargon.  It's enough to make your head spin.  Add to that the power dynamic that exits, being in a courtroom while you wait for a judge to make a decision about your family.  Imagine that and you have a glimpse of how difficult it can be for parents who are working to get their children back.

My guests today are Jill Murphy and Shawn Powell of Parents for Parents program in King County. 

Parents for Parents is a program to help parents whose children have been removed from their care by Child Protective Services. The program connects Parent Allies, parents who have successfully navigated the juvenile dependency system, with parents who are new to the system. Parent Allies provide support and help parents new to the system understand what they must do to successfully reunite with their children.

Shawn, Parent for Parent coordinator, and Jill, Program Supervisor, share some of their experiences and why its important to provide support to parents who are engaged with the child welfare system.

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