Regaining Custody In Pennsylvania

Summary

The user, currently out of the country, is seeking to regain custody of his 16-year-old daughter who is in CYS custody in Pennsylvania. The user has full custody rights as per a 2010 court order, with the great grandmother having visitation rights every other weekend. The user has an upcoming court hearing and plans to present evidence of a stable home environment and a support system for his daughter, who suffers from mental health issues. The support system includes case management, counseling, and regular doctor appointments, as documented by the hospital, doctors, and caseworkers.

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CYS custody issue
What state are you located in, Dr. Williams? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding CYS custody laws.
Pennsylvania
PA
What specific issues are you facing with CYS custody?
I'm trying to regain custody of my daughter when I return to the states
What is the reason for the initial loss of custody? This will help me provide more accurate information.
My Aunt won't allow her back in her home and I'm out of the country. I left my Aunt in charge of her.
What is the age of your daughter? In Pennsylvania, the court considers the child's preference if they are mature enough to make an informed decision.
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In Pennsylvania, a *-year-old can express her preference in custody matters. Have you spoken to your daughter about her preference?
No. She's in CYS custody
What is the reason for your daughter being in CYS custody? This will help me provide more accurate information about your situation.
Again, my Aunt won't allow her to return to her home. I'm currently out of the country.
Has there been any formal court order regarding your daughter's custody?
Yes back in *
What were the terms of the court order regarding your daughter's custody?
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What were the specific terms of the * court order regarding your daughter's custody?
I have full custody her great grand mom has every other weekend visiting
What steps have you taken so far to regain custody of your daughter?
I tried to get family to take herI was just giving a court hearing date.
What is the date of your upcoming court hearing? In Pennsylvania, it's crucial to prepare evidence showing you can provide a stable, safe environment for your child.
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What evidence are you planning to present at the court hearing to show that you can provide a stable, safe environment for your child?
That's I have things in place for her. There's running water an food. An she'll have constant support
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That I have things in place for her. There's running water an food. An she'll have constant support.
Do you have any documentation or proof of the support system you have in place for your daughter?
Yes
I do.
What type of documentation or proof do you have to show the support system in place for your daughter?
From the hospital, from her doctors and caseworkers
From the hospital, from her doctors and caseworkers.
What kind of support do these documents from the hospital, doctors, and caseworkers indicate for your daughter?
That she'll have special in home services. She'll attend Doctor appointments and school.
No
What is the nature of the special in-home services that your daughter will receive?
Case management, counseling.
No
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What is the reason for your daughter needing case management and counseling services?
She suffers with mental health issues.
What type of mental health issues does your daughter suffer from? This information can help determine the level of care and support she may need.
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood swings.
Do you have a mental health professional who can testify about her condition and the care plan you have in place?
Yes!
Yes I do.
What is the name and contact information of the mental health professional who can testify about your daughter's condition and the care plan you have in place?