Should I call DHR?

I have this friend and she has 3 kids. Theres a little boy who's 3, A litte Girl that's 2, and a 2 month old little girl. My friend uses the kids to get money from the kids fathers. They all have different fathers... The little boys says things that just make u want to cry when u here him say the words he does. Pluse he'll pick up a cigg and act like he's smoking. The little girl that 2 years old is not even cared for. It's like she's not even apart of the family. They will take them out side with no jacket or shoes. The baby is well takin care of. But I think the only reason she got pregnant is show the guy she used to be with well come back to her. And give her what ever she wants. What should i do? Should I call DHR?

Should I call DHR?
YES!!!!! Call anonymously if you want, but these kids need someone to stand up for them.
Reply:Didn't give U any 'grif' over being a bad friend? They didn't tell U 'what to do'--U knew what U were going 2 do B4 U asked. U R jealous of her because she gets more financially than you from men. Otherwise, those $ comments would not have been made. U care about her kids? No, U just trifflin. Report It

Reply:What a shame that U chose not to help her. Call anonymously...it's a cowards way. Because if you call on her using UR name, they will investigate U 2. I know. I've had to do it before for Real Abuse. Sexual. Report It

Reply:UR not a part of the solution for the community. UR a part of the problem. Report It

Reply:What really ticked me off out of all the answers that told U to report--U chose the 'anonymously'. If U honestly feel U must, then have the conviction to give UR name! Report It

Reply:Please- I just look at UR info---U R only 20 years old! No wonder. U R just a babe yourself. U R still lookin for clues~ Report It

Reply:And takin care of 3 kids is heck of a lot harder than takin care of 3 pets, young one. U will learn one day. If U make call, then give UR name. DHR will keep it confidential, but they will investigate the source. Report It

Reply:I think you already know the answer to this. Yes. Yes you should.
Reply:OK I am not sure what DHR stands for, but if you suspect any kind of abuse are neglect you need to call CPS child protective services.
Reply:Take it from a social worker who worked in the children's unit, report this to DHR
Reply:i know shes your friend but you will be doing the best thing for her if you call DHR
Reply:Yes. Otherwise, if something happens to any of the kids, you'll feel bad. DHR will investigate and worse case scenario, they determine nothing is out of the ordinary.





Clear you conscience and report this.





No Shoulda Coulda Woulda allowed!
Reply:Ages 3, 2 and 2 months? That could be overwhelming. Yes, sounds like she needs help--from a friend--a Real friend.





In my state we have mandatory child abuse reporting laws for reporting Child Abuse. But it doesn't sound like you know the difference between "child abuse" and "bad parenting". You've mentioned nothing illegal in the story.





Where are you when the little girl is outside like this...standing by and watching? Why don't you say "what you doing, silly (to the mother)...here let me help you (and put something on the child)." Where are you when the little boy picks up a cigarette butt? Say, "Hey, honey put that down, that's Nasty. You don't want that Yucky. It'll make you Sick." Take it away and divert his attention elsewhere. A little chide to his mama, too.





(As for getting money from the Fathers...ahhh...that's a Good thing, lady. That's what she's Supposed to do.)





Used to people had a sense of community and the "home training" to support it. Sounds like you've got a heart...just not the know-how on how to channel it. She needs some non-judgmental support and encouragement. You may not have gotten the training from your Mother on how to lend a hand to a Sister...but don't let that stop you from stepping up to the plate and learning how to be there to lend a hand to another human being...expecially somebody YOU call a 'friend'.
Reply:you should call. those poor kids should be taken care of and loved, not used as a means to get money.
Reply:So you want the kids' taken away from the mother and put in a foster home where there's no guarntee that they'll be treated any better?


You said she was a friend so why haven't you talked to her about this? You call her a friend but can she say the same thing to you? It may look like that's why she got pregnant but that may not be the case. If she is that kind of person, why are you even friends with her?
Reply:if they don't wear coats and you feel they are beings neglected and would be better off somewhere else yes you should right away
Reply:Yes.



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