to clarify a bit upon calling the police. most towns empower their officers to give information to the complainant that will help them find help. even if the child is removed from the home it is rarely ever permanent unless nothing else helps. i've worked in the system and have seen how a respite can help a family re-group and re-energize by having the child removed for a short while. and as the last post reported, there are times when the removal would be for the best.

best of luck, xoxox pat