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The Children's Authority of Trinidad and Tobago is a child-centred, family-focused organisation, advocating for the rights of children.
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To you our Foster Parents and Families we say Thank You. Your open hearts and homes have brought comfort, love and joy to many.
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Emergency Response Team
Our teams are working around the clock to ensure the safety of all children who come to our attention. If you are aware of incidents of child abuse or maltreatment, please call our toll free hotline 996 to make a report.
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Are you considering Adoption?
Adoption is the process whereby a person assumes full legal responsibility for a child who is not biologically theirs.
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Are you interested in becoming a foster parent?
Foster Care is a temporary option for children who are not able to live with their birth families due to a range of different circumstances.
Kinship Foster Care is an option where relatives (other than a parent) can be given support by the Authority, where appropriate, possible and in the best interest of the child, to care for a child related to them.
For more information about Kinship Foster Care or other Foster Care arrangements, please contact our Foster Care Unit at: 627-0748 ext. 40988 or via email: fostercare@ttchildren.org. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents and guardians, do you know children who participate in extracurricular activities experience higher levels of academic achievement? Here are a few tips to help your children balance both academics and extracurricular activities. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
From the Authority: Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support.Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
From the Authority: Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support. ... See MoreSee Less
Maybe these meetings should be held in the homes under your jurisdiction. The children on The Dole Chadee Estate have been and continue to be at risk. Who is paying attention. The girls at the St Michael's Home compound are crying out.
I need your help and have a few questions. Please email me at deaf.leader2020@gmail.com. Thank you.
No it does not - It takes parents - two (if possible) parents with an evolutionary incentive to ensure that for the 20 years or so to raise a child is the most important reason they were put on earth and those children are the only way their spirit can survive the weakness of our bodies beyond the 72 years or so of our lifespan. The village has no incentive to raise your child - neither does the Childrens Authority, neither is the government or any politician or any judge in a court - you all are just there to earn a salary a go do home and never again think of the problem in the office. Fix the parents problem. Find out why children dont grow up with fathers - why is there a persistent feature of children at risk - living without their biological fathers. And if you look closely enough you will see that Your Village Rises a child idea is part of the problem.
According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, we can expect the hot and dry conditions we are currently experiencing to persist over the coming weeks. With this in mind, we encourage parents and guardians to ensure your children drink adequate amounts of water daily. Here’s a guide as to how much water your child should be consuming to remain hydrated daily:
Infants (6–12 months): 4 to 8 ounces (half to 1 cup) per day Toddlers (1–3 years): About 4 cups (32 ounces) per day Young Children (4–8 years): About 5 cups (40 ounces) per day Older Children (9–13 years): 7 to 8 cups (56 to 64 ounces) per day Teens (14–18 years): 8 to 11 cups (64 to 88 ounces) per day ... See MoreSee Less
One of the ways we can safeguard our children is by ensuring they know their rights. We encourage parents and guardians to teach their children as early as possible and in an age appropriate manner.
What is Kinship Foster Care?
Kinship Foster Care is an option where relatives (other than a parent) can be given support by the Authority, where appropriate, possible and in the best interest of the child, to care for a child related to them.
For more information about Kinship Foster Care or other Foster Care arrangements, please contact our Foster Care Unit at: 627-0748 ext. 40988 or via email: fostercare@ttchildren.org. ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, do you know children who participate in extracurricular activities experience higher levels of academic achievement? Here are a few tips to help your children balance both academics and extracurricular activities. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
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Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support.Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
From the Authority: Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support. ... See MoreSee Less
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Maybe these meetings should be held in the homes under your jurisdiction. The children on The Dole Chadee Estate have been and continue to be at risk. Who is paying attention. The girls at the St Michael's Home compound are crying out.
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I need your help and have a few questions. Please email me at deaf.leader2020@gmail.com. Thank you.
No it does not - It takes parents - two (if possible) parents with an evolutionary incentive to ensure that for the 20 years or so to raise a child is the most important reason they were put on earth and those children are the only way their spirit can survive the weakness of our bodies beyond the 72 years or so of our lifespan. The village has no incentive to raise your child - neither does the Childrens Authority, neither is the government or any politician or any judge in a court - you all are just there to earn a salary a go do home and never again think of the problem in the office. Fix the parents problem. Find out why children dont grow up with fathers - why is there a persistent feature of children at risk - living without their biological fathers. And if you look closely enough you will see that Your Village Rises a child idea is part of the problem.
According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, we can expect the hot and dry conditions we are currently experiencing to persist over the coming weeks. With this in mind, we encourage parents and guardians to ensure your children drink adequate amounts of water daily. Here’s a guide as to how much water your child should be consuming to remain hydrated daily:
Infants (6–12 months): 4 to 8 ounces (half to 1 cup) per day
Toddlers (1–3 years): About 4 cups (32 ounces) per day
Young Children (4–8 years): About 5 cups (40 ounces) per day
Older Children (9–13 years): 7 to 8 cups (56 to 64 ounces) per day
Teens (14–18 years): 8 to 11 cups (64 to 88 ounces) per day ... See MoreSee Less
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