Embedded Files
AARC (Adoption Applicant Review Committee) - Info PP about the process/meeting that occurs when multiple applicants request adoption.
Abusive Head Trauma in young Children - Video for GALs. Dr.McIntosh, medical director of FL Child Protection Team.(27 min)
ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) - A TED talk Video by Dr. Burke Harris as to how trauma affects children. (16 min)
Acronyms - Short list -1 page *
Baker Act - DCF webpages as to info about this mental health act including when and how it is applied.
Brain Matters Documentary - A video about early childhood brain development. (59 min 51 sec)
Caregivers guide * - An informational handout given to the caregiver on the initial visit.
Caregivers guide (Spanish) - An informational handout given to the caregiver on the initial visit.
CBHA (Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessment)- An overview as to the purpose, who receives them. who pays, how many, etc.
Chapter 39 ( Link to FL 2024 Statute 39) "Proceedings Related to Children" - The backbone of the Florida Dependency System.
Children's Guardian Fund (CGF) Handout Card* - A taste of what the Children's Guardian Fund offers our kids.
Children's Guardian Fund (CGF) Website - Click on GAL Requests for Birthday Gift cards, General funding, Tutoring, Computers, etc.
Circle of Security - A short video that speaks to a popular parenting concept know as "The Circle of Security" (4min. 22sec.)
Court Hearing Zoom link- Takes you to the Zoom sign in page where you can enter the "Meeting ID" and "Password" provided by your CAM.
Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) Department Updates 2024. (PDF Slides)
Do's & Don'ts - A list that all volunteers should know and follow.
Early Childhood Court ("ECC" or AKA "Baby Court") Contains an info Video (8 min 23 sec) and a training youtube link.
Early Steps - A Video about a organization who evaluates & provides services for children 0-36 months. (3 min 19 sec)
Educational Advocacy - IEP information and a video of kids in Foster care as they attend school.
Email Address - This is a link to youtube that can assist you in creating a new email address in Google.
Form 3B * - This is the final checklist that must be completed & signed prior to GAL certification
Foster Care - Levels of licensure - Explains Level 1 FC and other levels of FC. Requirements, funding. etc.
Guardian ad Litem Office Standards (Rev.2023)
Icon Dependency - A training aid that shows the initial removal process & the early stages of the case using "Icons"
Interviewing Children Handout - (All ages - from CASA library)
Keys to Independence Website - Empowering Teens in Foster Care to take the wheel towards a bright future.
Kristy's Story - A video for Foster Parents highlighting generational dependency. (10min. 11sec.)
Liability of a GAL - Check section (3) .This law is sometimes refered to as the Good Samaritan Law for GALs
Maps - Manatee - Complex & Courtroom Maps *
Maps - Sarasota - Complex & Courtroom Maps *
Maps - DeSoto - Courtroom Map *
Marchmen Act, Baker Act, and related placement info.- This PP explains, legal guidelines, requirements. & services.
Message from The Florida State Legislature to our Guardians (Video 2 min)
Milestones of Development. A checklist provided by the CDC of developmental milestones for ages 0-5
Neglect Video - "The Science of Neglect" Center on the Developing Child - Harvard U. (6 min)
Normalcy Checklist - A guide to help you understand & evaluate your child's Normalcy
OPTIMA Handout * - Is a step by step explanation of basic OPTIMA access and data entry.
OPTIMA initial visit example * - This visit report uses the PMSTV format in the note box.
OPTIMA Videos * - This group of videos are provided to assist new volunteers access and navigate Optima.
Parents 4 Parents (P4P) - A program where Dependency parents are supported by previous parents.
P.L.E.A.S.E. Visit Guidelines* A guideline as to what could be entered in your OPTIMA contact log.
PMSTV handout - A guideline as to what could be entered in your OPTIMA contact log.
Reference Guide for New Volunteers* - (Formally What every GAL needs to Know) Briefly explains each event or item that a new guardian ad litem might encounter.
Release of Information form for parents - This form may be required to view the parents therapeutic records.
ReMoved - A classic video about being placed in foster care through the eyes of a child. (12 min 47sec)
ReMoved 2 - A follow up the the original video as the child deals with sibling separation and her future. (22 min 45 sec)
ReMoved 3 - "Love is Never Wasted" - A story about a boy who is removed and later returned to his mother. (21min. 45 sec)
Required Paperwork for New GALs/VCAs - Contains documents to be signed and forwarded to our local office ####
Safe Sleep: A youtube video from the CDC that explanes how to provide infants with a safe sleep environment. (8 min)
SCC (Safe Children Coalition) Manatee Office Tour - Directions, photos, and info as to the SCC Manatee's relocated offices.
Still Face Experiment - A powerful example of how a infant's responds to their parent's emotions.
Suicide Prevention Video (1hr.13min)
Sunshine Health (Krames Patient Education) Drug and Medical info for caregivers.
Tools of the Trade - Shows examples and explains what is needed to provide your proof of assignment.
Trauma Informed Care - A brief video that explains Trauma Informed Care as to providers. (3 min 34 sec)
Travel Reimbursement - Updated guidelines and forms for volunteers to receive travel reimbursement.
Twig Website - The Twig Cares provides clothing and other needs to children in foster Care at their Venice & Manatee Sites
Virtual Visit Assistant *- A handout that contains info and You Tube links to help GALs set up and make video visits.
Why I might consider creating a new email address *
Zoom from your phone - a YouTube video showing you how to use the Zoom app with your Android or I-Phone.
Zoom in Florida Courts) A how to guide provided by Florida Courts for Zoom participants
Zoom Join via 12 Judicial Circuit Website Read and scroll down to find your Judge and his or her list of hearings.
What's Next? - A brief video for new volunteers as they leav theie pre-service training. (2min. 40sec.)
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