This detailed tour of Support Care evidences how it can be central to preventative work with children and families: what it is, how it works, who benefits and why the Government is currently looking to encourage the establishment of its principles and practice throughout the UK. Supplemented by an overview of the policy and legislative context and a concluding report on a research study, each chapter details schemes developed and run in five local authorities. Some are called Neighbourhood Care, Part-time Fostering or Short ...
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This detailed tour of Support Care evidences how it can be central to preventative work with children and families: what it is, how it works, who benefits and why the Government is currently looking to encourage the establishment of its principles and practice throughout the UK. Supplemented by an overview of the policy and legislative context and a concluding report on a research study, each chapter details schemes developed and run in five local authorities. Some are called Neighbourhood Care, Part-time Fostering or Short Breaks rather than Support Care. But the 'stories' about the development and realisation of these schemes - told by parents, carers, practitioners - all describe how a 'lifeline' at a difficult time for a family can prevent a family breakdown, which might result in children being separated from their families.
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Book contains pencil markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 350grams, ISBN: 9781903855744.
