Dfcs Case Transfer Guidance

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Caseworkers are not legally required to respond via text, but must communicate effectively. In Georgia, wrongful eviction is serious; gather documentation and consult legal aid. Cases should transfer promptly; delays may need escalation. You can remove children from unsafe environments, but living in a car poses risks. Caseworkers should assist with housing; withholding resources may be misconduct. Contact Georgia Legal Aid or DFCS for help.

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#* my family and i are homeless and i have asked multiple times for help with housing as i am mentally and physically not able to work at the moment, and my doctors can verify this, we were illegally / wrongfully evicted and igs been 3 months since we were wrongfully evicted. We live in Georgia

In Georgia, wrongful eviction is a serious issue. If you believe you were wrongfully evicted, you may have grounds to take legal action. Here are some general steps you can consider:
- Gather all documentation related to your eviction, including notices and communications with your landlord.
- Consult with a local legal aid organization for assistance.
- Escalate your case with the Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS) by contacting a supervisor.
Would you like contact information for legal aid organizations in Georgia?

Question number *, is it legal for my case to not be transferred in a timely manner to the new county that we moved to earlier? And Question #* i have recently moved my kids out of a relatives house because I felt it was an unsafe place for my children and i have stated my concerns about the dangers so we are now homeless again! Is it legal for me to remove my kids from danger but by doing so, we are sleeping in my car Question * . If i tell my old or new caseworker we are sleeping in a car, is it their responsibility to help us find housing?

Here are the responses to your questions:

Question *:
- Timely Transfer of Case: It is generally required for cases to be transferred promptly to ensure continuity of care and services. Delays can be problematic and may need to be addressed with a supervisor or through formal complaints.

Question *:
- Removing Children from Unsafe Environment: You have the legal right to remove your children from an unsafe environment. However, living in a car can pose additional risks, and DFCS may need to be involved to ensure your children's safety.

Question *:
- Caseworker Responsibility for Housing: Caseworkers are generally responsible for assisting families in crisis, including finding emergency housing. Informing your caseworker about your situation should prompt immediate assistance.
Would you like contact information for legal aid organizations or DFCS supervisors in Georgia?

Yes i do but i have another question. Iven been asking for help with housing from the same caseworker for 3 months now and my * kids and I have been denied help and recourses. Is it legal for a caseworker to purposely withhold information or recourses that could help us find housing and in turn end our being homeless?

It's generally not legal for a caseworker to intentionally withhold resources or information that could help you. This could be seen as neglect or misconduct.
Would you like contact information for legal aid organizations or DFCS supervisors in Georgia to escalate this issue?

Yes and can i get a copy of this transcript, my email is justinbarfield28moose@gmail.com

I'm sorry, but I cannot send emails directly. However, I can provide you with the information here, and you can save it for your records.
Here are some contacts for legal aid organizations and DFCS supervisors in Georgia:

~Georgia Legal Aid~
Phone: *-*-*
Website: www.georgialegalaid.org

~Georgia DFCS~
Phone: *-*-*
Website: dfcs.georgia.gov

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