Kathleen Apperson currently serves as a Parent Partner within the Prevention and Early Intervention Division of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), where she leverages her lived experiences with Child Protective Services (CPS) to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges faced...
Kathleen Apperson currently serves as a Parent Partner within the Prevention and Early Intervention Division of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), where she leverages her lived experiences with Child Protective Services (CPS) to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by parents in the child welfare system. In her role, Kathleen actively participates in various workgroups and committees, providing invaluable insights that help shape prevention programs aimed at supporting families. Her unique perspective not only enhances the training provided to caseworkers, foster parents, and kinship caregivers but also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing trauma in parents.
Kathleen is dedicated to facilitating meaningful change through her expertise in community outreach and support group facilitation. By developing training modules that highlight the parent’s perspective, she equips professionals with the tools necessary to better identify and respond to the needs and goals of families involved with CPS. Her proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Excel, allows her to create engaging presentations and reports that effectively communicate her insights and recommendations. With strong customer service skills and a commitment to advocacy, Kathleen is passionate about building bridges between parents and professionals, ultimately aiming to create a more empathetic and effective child welfare system. Through her work, she not only champions the voices of parents but also drives initiatives that promote healing and resilience within families, ensuring that every child has the opportunity for a brighter future.
