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Partnership with Families - with Children in Care
What is it?
Supporting and advocating for parents who have children in care – Providing practical and emotional support to ensure that the Parent is not lost in the process. This advocacy service is for parents of children in the care of Tusla.
Who is it for?
If you are a parent experiencing difficulties in meeting the needs of your children, you may come in contact with different professionals in Tusla: the Child and Family Agency. Sometimes parents can find the process very difficult, especially if they are feeling vulnerable themselves. We can provide support to help you navigate your way through this process.
How does it work?
The purpose of the service is to support you to continue your involvement with your children while they are in care.
The service is voluntary. Families can decide whether or not they wish to use it. This support service is confidential.
The advocacy worker helps you to play a full part in the child-in-care reviews and child protection case conferences.
The advocacy worker:
- Accompanies you to meetings
- Makes sure you are consulted on your children’s care plans;
- Helps you to link with the other health and social service supports such as social work, family and community supports; other parents of children in care, counselling or other appropriate services;
- Listens to you, gives one to one support and links you with parent groups
Communication Charter for Parents of Children and Young People in Care
Below, you will find a communication charter for parents of children and young people in care. It was created with parent by parents. You can also click on the link below, to download. This guide has been put together by the projects that support parents with children in care of Tusla: the Child & Family Agency( foster care or residential care). This information guide was produced so that parents have the information that they need be supported if their child goes into care.
Families with Children in Care - An information guide if your Child is in care
An information guide if your child is in care was compiled by advocacy workers from Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary with valued input from parents who have children in care and from Tusla Child and Family Agency staff from these areas. We have produced this guide so that you will have the information you need to support you if your child goes into care.
How do I get in contact?
Accessing this service requires a referral, which can be submitted through our website or by contacting reception directly on 067-31800. For further details or assistance, please call our reception team, who are ready to guide you through the process.
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