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Kimberly LaPointe
Friday, March 22, 2013
FW: Conversations for Caring --Grandparents Talking Points
Friday, March 15, 2013
good news for adopting families!
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Foster Parent Recruiter
Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862
Congress Makes Adoption Tax Credit Permanent
The Adoption Tax Credit that was set to expire at the end of 2012 is now a permanent credit. The tax credit allows adoptive parents of children from foster care to reduce their federal income taxes. In the case of an adoption of a
What the Adoption Tax Credit
An adoptive family can apply this credit toward their federal tax liability, meaning it can reduce what they owe in federal income taxes for the year. Most adoptions from U.S. foster care qualify for the maximum amount of the credit even if no qualified adoption expenses occurred, such as necessary adoption fees, court costs, attorney fees, traveling expenses (including meals and lodging while away from home), and other expenses directly related to the legal adoption of an eligible child. If the State or County provides adoption assistance, that is proof that the child was determined to be special needs.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has more information and required forms for claiming the adoption tax credit: irs.gov/taxtopics/tc607.html
You can also find more information about the Adoption Tax Credit on the following websites:
- Adoption Tax Credit Frequently Asked Questions : adoptiontaxcredit.org/faqs
- North American Council on Adoptable Children : nacac.org/
- Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute :ccainstitute.org/
- Voice for Adoption : voice-for-adoption.org/
Thursday, March 14, 2013
FW: Assessment and Treatment of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders - Family Rounds next Thursday 12-1:30 Davenport 4 Board Room, Salem Hospital
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Impt! re: Foster Care Reviews
It is really important for foster parents to come to foster care reviews!
It is a task on the child’s service plan that you attend and also in the foster parent agreement.
You bring vital information to the table and it’s very important that you be there.
Of course we do understand when foster parents can’t make it for work or other things out of your control, but in that case you should let your family resource worker know when the review is, and that you are unable to come. You should also write up how the child is doing in school/daycare, home etc as well as any medical issues the child may have and the date of their last dr and dental appointment. That way your voice can be heard even if you can’t be there, and the panel gets the full picture which often only the foster parent can bring.
Thanks!
And HAPPY SPRING! It’s coming!!!!
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Foster Parent Recruiter
Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862
Monday, March 11, 2013
Discounted BJ's Membership
Ok several people have come to me needing this! So I am doing it again!
DEADLINE is March 25, 2013.
$10 off the $50 membership fee and 3 extra months for free (so that is 15 months)
I ask that you return TO ME, as Marge sometimes loses things and I track them and make a list when I give to her.
MAKE SURE YOU SIGN the paper toward the bottom.
If you are due to renew between now and July – please do it now. It will give you 15 months from your expiration date!
If you are interested I can email you the form. It wont go through as a mass email.
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Foster Parent Recruiter
Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862
Parent - Child Home Program- Salem Public Schools
Getting the
The way we communicate is a major factor in how effective we are in our interactions with children and adults alike. This workshop will look at I-messages as a way to express feelings to others that doesn't blame, shame, put down or threaten. We will also explore alternatives as a means of working together to solve problems.
Monday, March 18, 2013 Transportation and childcare available.
6:30-8:30 PM Please call Joyce Parent at 978-748-5931
This workshop is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to the Salem Public Schools. Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Program
Transmitir El
La forma de comunicarse es el principal factor para la efectividad en nuestras interacciones con los ninos, y tambien con los adultos. Este taller va a explorar los mensajes de YO-pienso/siento,
Lunes 18 de marzo , 2013 Disponibles transporte y cuidado de los ninos.
6:30-8:30PM Por favor llamar a Joyce Parent al 978-745-5931
Escuela Nathaniel Bowditch para el transporte y el cuidado de los ninos.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Tax info for foster parents
Did you know foster parents can claim a child as a dependant if they lived with you at least 6 months out of the 2012 tax year?
You can find out more info through the National Foster Care Association Website.
There is a fee to join, but well worth the fees with info they have year round if you are a foster parent.
If you need a copy of the booklet (too big to mail) I can provide you with a copy.
Carla
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Foster Parent Recruiter
Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Fairy Godmother Princess Boutique
Hi all
If you have a girl that will need prom gear, please let me know so I can sign her up!
Hi Carla,
It was wonderful speaking with you today!
GE is hosting the Princess Boutique at General Electric this year on Saturday, April 6 from 9am-3pm. We invite financially challenged girls to come to the boutique to select an outfit for the prom. We will have volunteers there to assist them with their selection. Because we are a Department of Defense contractor, we have to have all visitors pre-register. We would appreciate it if you could keep track of the sign-up sheet and email us back the names by March 29. We may check in with you by March 22 to check on the interest level to make sure we have enough volunteers available for the event.
I’ve attached a flyer so you can advertise the event, a sign-up sheet and a note you can give the girls for directions for access on the day of the event.
We would love to have the Cape Ann Dept. of Children and Families participate again this year. If you foresee a large interest from your group, please let us know if you’d like to book a time slot for the girls to come in. I believe we discussed 12PM.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at any time at 781-594-2460.
Have a great day!
g GE Aviation
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join us for a potluck supper!!
Please join us for a …
A little pampering and friendly conversation with other foster, adoptive and kinship parents!
March 21
6:00-8:800
Please RSVP by March 15th to let us know what you would like to bring, a main dish or dessert.
Nancy Lyons 978-531-3278 or 978-825-3807
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Foster Parent Recruiter
Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862