Very long story cut short but been in court over access issues for nearly 2 years. I have a 3 1/2 year old DD. Ex currently has supervised access in contact centre BUT despite new information regarding him lying to court through the whole process about his drug and alcohol abuse and not showing for contact and being late CAFCASS have just recommended UNSUPERVISED access!
In addition to this my ex was violent, emotionally, sexually and financially abusive. they have paid very little attention to this and in the latest report the officer makes an outrageous allegation that apparently I am unable to put the needs of DD before myself. I have been the sole carer for DD since she was 9 months old , have lived in refuge, made sure that despite everything her needs have always been met and she has thrived. Even Women's Aid workers told social services I am a fantastic mother. They also wrote that ex has proved his commitment to contact?!
The entire report is an attack on me, I believe because I have made complaints about this officer before they are being completely biased. My ex who I am certain is a sociopath has wrapped this worker around his little finger and I am terrified of having to hand over my DD to this monster. Every time I have complained to CAFCASS they do a little investigation and take it no further - just suggest I go to my MP if I'm not happy. has anyone successfully taken it further?
Just a quick google of cafcass complaints brings up shocking anecdotes from people in similar positions where mothers are completely ignored and they affect of domestic violence not taken into account. how can they get away with this?? CAFCASS are not protecting children they are putting them through abuse!
I actually feel I'm on the verge of a breakdown over this. where is support for mothers ? who will believe me?
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lionessmama · 15/07/2014 11:55
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