This court hears matters concerning
abuse
or neglect to determine whether a minor
should
be made a ward of the Court. Unlike
delinquency
or status offender proceedings, dependency
proceedings are initially directed
towards
demonstrating that the parent has harmed
or is unable to properly care for his
or
her child. If Juvenile Court jurisdiction
is established, the court will then
determine
whether the minor should be removed
from
the parent's custody and, if so, what
placement
would be more appropriate for the minor's
needs. Services are offered to parents
to
assist them in the proper care of their
children.
Social workers and other professionals
assist
the court in evaluating the needs of
minors.
Parents and children may be appointed
counsel
to represent them in these proceedings.
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