Posts Tagged ‘DCP’
Reviewable Decisions Carer Guide
Foster and Kinship carers in South Australia are entitled to seek a review of a decision of the Department for Child Protection. This guide outlines the steps which must be taken for a review to occur and the timeframes that need to be met. Click here to read the Carer Guide on Reviewable Decisions…
Read MoreNon-Approval Process Carer Guide
This guide is intended to assist individuals applying to be an approved Foster or Kinship Carer understand the process of receiving a non-approval issued by the Department for Child Protection (DCP) or agency. Click here to access the Carer Guide on non-approval process
Read MoreCare Team Meetings Carer Guide
This guide is intended to assist Foster and Kinship Carers understand the purpose of a Care Team meeting and how to use this function with the Department for Child Protection (DCP). Click here to access the Carer Guide on Care Team Meetings
Read MoreCarers report some positives from child protection reforms
Over a quarter of respondents to the 2019 CF&KC-SA Carer’s Survey have reported positive changes as a result of child protection reforms. The gains reported included, “I can now go to the annual reviews”, “we are now entitled to a copy of the case plan for each child” and “[improvement in] post 18 support”. More…
Read MoreRole of a Support Person Carer Guide
Sometimes a Carer may choose to have a support person attend meetings with the Department for Child Protection, especially during difficult or challenging situations which have the potential to impact their ongoing care of a child or young person. This guide explains the role of a Support Person and how they can contribute to meetings.…
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