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<\/div>\nFamily preservation services can be described as support programs\u00a0that help families cope with problems and situations which can interfere with the ability to properly nurture and care for their children. One of the goals is\u00a0to maintain positive relationships with parents, guardians, and family members while still ensuring child safety.<\/p>\n
The family preservation service delivery model was established in part as a response to the Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980. It required state human services agencies to make ‘reasonable efforts’ in preventing children from entering foster care. Furthermore, for children who were currently in foster care, it mandated efforts to re-integrate them with their families.\u00a0The Family First Prevention Services Act followed in 2018. This Act provided even more federal resources to help families in crisis to avoid out-of-home placement and stay together.<\/p>\n
Although family preservation programs may vary from state to state, they share a few common characteristics. They are:<\/p>\n
\n- Short-term<\/li>\n
- Family-focused<\/li>\n
- Designed to assist families in crisis by improving family functioning while keeping children safe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In a number of states, such as Oregon, qualified residential treatment programs may be utilized when in-home services are not an option.<\/p>\n
In some cases, intensive family preservation services (IFPS) may be necessary. This would include 24-hour availability of staff, and a short duration of services. Case managers typically have a relatively small caseload. Also, service delivery occurs in the family home or in another environment familiar to the family.<\/p>\n
LEARNING MORE: A Deeper Dive into Intensive In-home Services<\/a><\/p>\nFamily Preservation and Children with Disabilities<\/h3>\n
Effective family preservation services are often extremely beneficial for kids\u00a0with disabilities. This specialized type of family support programming can be an important\u00a0link in establishing an in-home environment that allows them\u00a0to reach their full potential while remaining with their family.<\/p>\n
Research indicates that children with intellectual and developmental disabilities have a higher probability of being involved with child protective services, as well as out-of-home placement. An extensive literature review emphasized significant challenges related to\u00a0obtaining adequate family services support, resources, and training.<\/p>\n
It’s very hard to anticipate the impact that a child’s disability might have on the entire family. Parents and siblings must learn how to change their expectations of what they can do together as a family\u2014on vacations, recreational activities, and routine outings\u2014such as going to a school play or even the grocery store. It’s easy for families of children with disabilities to become socially isolated from the neighborhood and community. This might be due to societal misconceptions about disability, or also some hesitation on the part of the family.<\/p>\n
Financial challenges related to effectively raising a child with a disability can be extreme. Parents often have to take off work in order to take their children to lengthy appointments, attend school meetings, and communicate with caregivers. This can easily add to job stress and loss of pay because the parent\u2019s sick time pay is often exceeded.<\/p>\n
If parents are trying to also address problems such as domestic violence, substance abuse, or other mental health issues, it tends to exacerbate stress and increase family conflict. This affects kids with disabilities and anyone else living in the household, making it increasingly difficult to develop unity and positive family functioning.<\/p>\n
LEARNING MORE: Oregon Child Welfare Vision for Transformation<\/a> and ALSO Cherished Children’s Services<\/a><\/p>\nWhy are Family Preservation Services Important?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nIn addition to describing a set of reforms for child welfare agencies, family preservation services represent a changing philosophical approach to helping families in need. Historically, when a family was in crisis, the inclination was for social workers or other human services professionals to believe that children were better served through group homes, foster care placement, or adoption. The family’s needs were barely addressed.<\/p>\n
Thankfully, this thinking has changed. Today, parents and other loved ones are front-and-center as collaborative partners in helping their children and improving family function. Instead of trying to instruct and direct families to fit a preconceived notion of a “good family,” we now acknowledge the fact that no two families are alike, which creates a more diverse community and society. This is something to celebrate!<\/p>\n
There are several other reasons why family preservation services are important, including:<\/p>\n
\n- Children do their best growing and learning in their family of origin.<\/li>\n
- All families have different voices, experiences, values, cultures, races, and ethnicities. These unique characteristics should be respected and appreciated.<\/li>\n
- Increasing\u00a0focus on maintaining and enriching strong family connections.<\/li>\n
- Prevention of the trauma of being separated from family members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Benefits of Family Preservation Services<\/h2>\n
There are multiple\u00a0benefits to\u00a0families and children when they are able to participate in family preservation services. One major benefit is that it’s\u00a0a proactive approach. It helps at-risk families to address concerns and stressors prior to the difficulties of separation.\u00a0 Other benefits of these types of family support services include the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Identification of family strengths as well as areas that need improvement.<\/li>\n
- Equipping families with practical tools to maintain family stability and improve family cohesion.<\/li>\n
- Guidance and instruction in managing behavioral\u00a0issues.<\/li>\n
- Resources for mental health services.<\/li>\n
- Implementation of early intervention to address safety concerns.<\/li>\n
- Family therapy to assist with bonding, communication, and coping skills.<\/li>\n
- Emphasis on community-based services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
LEARNING MORE: Oregon Title IV-E Prevention Plan<\/a><\/p>\nHow ALSO Supports Family Preservation Services<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nALSO supports family preservation services for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities through\u00a0two models of care: in-home services and residential services.<\/p>\n
The Difference Between In-Home Services and Residential Services<\/strong><\/h3>\nParents are presented with a choice between two distinct types of support services for their children: residential services and in-home support services. In instances where families require only limited assistance, they often opt for in-home support services. This option allows the child to receive necessary support while residing within the family home. In-home support services are characterized as the less extensive of the two, with our dedicated Children’s Support Professionals (CSPs) primarily focusing on guiding youth towards achieving their Individualized Service Plan (ISP) objectives and honing their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) skills.<\/p>\n
For families facing housing instability or seeking more comprehensive support, our residential support services provide a more appropriate solution. In this scenario, the child resides within a residential home, supervised around the clock by CSPs. Depending on the demand for residential services, the child may share the home with a roommate or two, each enjoying their own private bedroom. Within the realm of residential support services, the child receives a comprehensive array of assistance spanning educational, medical, skill development, and community integration. The overarching aim typically centers on reuniting the child with their family, and we diligently work towards providing the necessary support to achieve this goal.<\/p>\n
Skill-Building<\/h3>\n
In addition to helping kids achieve self-sufficiency in daily life skills, we help them improve their abilities in:<\/p>\n
\n- Effective communication<\/li>\n
- Self-modulation of behavior<\/li>\n
- Academic and study skills<\/li>\n
- Social skills<\/li>\n
- Self-advocacy<\/a><\/li>\n
- Vocational and\/or career development<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What the ALSO team has found is that, as children in our programs improve their life skills, they become more self-confident and fulfilled in their daily life. This in turn results\u00a0in improved relationships with family members.<\/p>\n
Family-Centered Care and Support<\/h3>\n
ALSO views the families of the children that we support as key players in the achievement of independence in the least restrictive environment and full community inclusion. You can trust that we will respect all cultural values, concerns, and goals for the future of your child. We understand fully that you want your family to thrive. We also know that you want your child to grow into the adult they want to be.<\/p>\n
Sunny Ellis, Behavioral Specialist with the Children’s Program, wants family members to be as involved as possible:<\/p>\n
“We’re a problem-solving collaborative. But we are also flexible and understanding about the variety of family\u00a0dynamics that we work with… We understand that continuing to strengthen natural support systems will be the best and most durable kinds of supports. Though we get to be a part of a family\u2019s chapter, we are not writing their whole story.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nKnowledge of Community Resources<\/h3>\n
ALSO service providers and administrative staff are extremely helpful when families need additional resources to meet the needs of their child with a disability. We have extensive experience in guiding\u00a0families through formal family preservation services\u00a0in addition to assisting with other programming, such as competitive employment and Individualized Education Plans<\/a> (IEPs).<\/p>\nWe have a 25-year plus history in the Oregon assisting families who need everything\u00a0from financial assistance to case management, and more!<\/p>\n
ALSO is Here to Help With the Journey<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nFamily crises oftentimes have a habit of coming up when least expected. Please know that we’re here to assist you during any or all of the rough spots on your family journey. When we strengthen families, we move forward in achieving full community inclusion for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.<\/p>\n
If your family is interested in our Children\u2019s Services, please let us know. Contact us today at\u00a0info@alsoweb.org<\/a>, or call us at\u00a0503-489-6565<\/a>.<\/p>\nSources<\/h2>\n\n- (Author). (2021). In-home services to strengthen children and families. Child Welfare Information Gateway. <\/em>https:\/\/www.childwelfare.gov\/pubPDFs\/inhome_services.pdf<\/a>.<\/li>\n
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<\/div>\nFamily preservation services can be described as support programs\u00a0that help families cope with problems and situations which can interfere with the ability to properly nurture and care for their children. One of the goals is\u00a0to maintain positive relationships with parents, guardians, and family members while still ensuring child safety.<\/p>\n
The family preservation service delivery model was established in part as a response to the Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980. It required state human services agencies to make ‘reasonable efforts’ in preventing children from entering foster care. Furthermore, for children who were currently in foster care, it mandated efforts to re-integrate them with their families.\u00a0The Family First Prevention Services Act followed in 2018. This Act provided even more federal resources to help families in crisis to avoid out-of-home placement and stay together.<\/p>\n
Although family preservation programs may vary from state to state, they share a few common characteristics. They are:<\/p>\n
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- Short-term<\/li>\n
- Family-focused<\/li>\n
- Designed to assist families in crisis by improving family functioning while keeping children safe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In a number of states, such as Oregon, qualified residential treatment programs may be utilized when in-home services are not an option.<\/p>\n
In some cases, intensive family preservation services (IFPS) may be necessary. This would include 24-hour availability of staff, and a short duration of services. Case managers typically have a relatively small caseload. Also, service delivery occurs in the family home or in another environment familiar to the family.<\/p>\n
LEARNING MORE: A Deeper Dive into Intensive In-home Services<\/a><\/p>\n
Family Preservation and Children with Disabilities<\/h3>\n
Effective family preservation services are often extremely beneficial for kids\u00a0with disabilities. This specialized type of family support programming can be an important\u00a0link in establishing an in-home environment that allows them\u00a0to reach their full potential while remaining with their family.<\/p>\n
Research indicates that children with intellectual and developmental disabilities have a higher probability of being involved with child protective services, as well as out-of-home placement. An extensive literature review emphasized significant challenges related to\u00a0obtaining adequate family services support, resources, and training.<\/p>\n
It’s very hard to anticipate the impact that a child’s disability might have on the entire family. Parents and siblings must learn how to change their expectations of what they can do together as a family\u2014on vacations, recreational activities, and routine outings\u2014such as going to a school play or even the grocery store. It’s easy for families of children with disabilities to become socially isolated from the neighborhood and community. This might be due to societal misconceptions about disability, or also some hesitation on the part of the family.<\/p>\n
Financial challenges related to effectively raising a child with a disability can be extreme. Parents often have to take off work in order to take their children to lengthy appointments, attend school meetings, and communicate with caregivers. This can easily add to job stress and loss of pay because the parent\u2019s sick time pay is often exceeded.<\/p>\n
If parents are trying to also address problems such as domestic violence, substance abuse, or other mental health issues, it tends to exacerbate stress and increase family conflict. This affects kids with disabilities and anyone else living in the household, making it increasingly difficult to develop unity and positive family functioning.<\/p>\n
LEARNING MORE: Oregon Child Welfare Vision for Transformation<\/a> and ALSO Cherished Children’s Services<\/a><\/p>\n
Why are Family Preservation Services Important?<\/h2>\n
<\/div>\nIn addition to describing a set of reforms for child welfare agencies, family preservation services represent a changing philosophical approach to helping families in need. Historically, when a family was in crisis, the inclination was for social workers or other human services professionals to believe that children were better served through group homes, foster care placement, or adoption. The family’s needs were barely addressed.<\/p>\n
Thankfully, this thinking has changed. Today, parents and other loved ones are front-and-center as collaborative partners in helping their children and improving family function. Instead of trying to instruct and direct families to fit a preconceived notion of a “good family,” we now acknowledge the fact that no two families are alike, which creates a more diverse community and society. This is something to celebrate!<\/p>\n
There are several other reasons why family preservation services are important, including:<\/p>\n
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- Children do their best growing and learning in their family of origin.<\/li>\n
- All families have different voices, experiences, values, cultures, races, and ethnicities. These unique characteristics should be respected and appreciated.<\/li>\n
- Increasing\u00a0focus on maintaining and enriching strong family connections.<\/li>\n
- Prevention of the trauma of being separated from family members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Benefits of Family Preservation Services<\/h2>\n
There are multiple\u00a0benefits to\u00a0families and children when they are able to participate in family preservation services. One major benefit is that it’s\u00a0a proactive approach. It helps at-risk families to address concerns and stressors prior to the difficulties of separation.\u00a0 Other benefits of these types of family support services include the following:<\/p>\n
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- Identification of family strengths as well as areas that need improvement.<\/li>\n
- Equipping families with practical tools to maintain family stability and improve family cohesion.<\/li>\n
- Guidance and instruction in managing behavioral\u00a0issues.<\/li>\n
- Resources for mental health services.<\/li>\n
- Implementation of early intervention to address safety concerns.<\/li>\n
- Family therapy to assist with bonding, communication, and coping skills.<\/li>\n
- Emphasis on community-based services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
LEARNING MORE: Oregon Title IV-E Prevention Plan<\/a><\/p>\n
How ALSO Supports Family Preservation Services<\/h2>\n
<\/div>\nALSO supports family preservation services for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities through\u00a0two models of care: in-home services and residential services.<\/p>\n
The Difference Between In-Home Services and Residential Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Parents are presented with a choice between two distinct types of support services for their children: residential services and in-home support services. In instances where families require only limited assistance, they often opt for in-home support services. This option allows the child to receive necessary support while residing within the family home. In-home support services are characterized as the less extensive of the two, with our dedicated Children’s Support Professionals (CSPs) primarily focusing on guiding youth towards achieving their Individualized Service Plan (ISP) objectives and honing their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) skills.<\/p>\n
For families facing housing instability or seeking more comprehensive support, our residential support services provide a more appropriate solution. In this scenario, the child resides within a residential home, supervised around the clock by CSPs. Depending on the demand for residential services, the child may share the home with a roommate or two, each enjoying their own private bedroom. Within the realm of residential support services, the child receives a comprehensive array of assistance spanning educational, medical, skill development, and community integration. The overarching aim typically centers on reuniting the child with their family, and we diligently work towards providing the necessary support to achieve this goal.<\/p>\n
Skill-Building<\/h3>\n
In addition to helping kids achieve self-sufficiency in daily life skills, we help them improve their abilities in:<\/p>\n
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- Effective communication<\/li>\n
- Self-modulation of behavior<\/li>\n
- Academic and study skills<\/li>\n
- Social skills<\/li>\n
- Self-advocacy<\/a><\/li>\n
- Vocational and\/or career development<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What the ALSO team has found is that, as children in our programs improve their life skills, they become more self-confident and fulfilled in their daily life. This in turn results\u00a0in improved relationships with family members.<\/p>\n
Family-Centered Care and Support<\/h3>\n
ALSO views the families of the children that we support as key players in the achievement of independence in the least restrictive environment and full community inclusion. You can trust that we will respect all cultural values, concerns, and goals for the future of your child. We understand fully that you want your family to thrive. We also know that you want your child to grow into the adult they want to be.<\/p>\n
Sunny Ellis, Behavioral Specialist with the Children’s Program, wants family members to be as involved as possible:<\/p>\n
“We’re a problem-solving collaborative. But we are also flexible and understanding about the variety of family\u00a0dynamics that we work with… We understand that continuing to strengthen natural support systems will be the best and most durable kinds of supports. Though we get to be a part of a family\u2019s chapter, we are not writing their whole story.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
Knowledge of Community Resources<\/h3>\n
ALSO service providers and administrative staff are extremely helpful when families need additional resources to meet the needs of their child with a disability. We have extensive experience in guiding\u00a0families through formal family preservation services\u00a0in addition to assisting with other programming, such as competitive employment and Individualized Education Plans<\/a> (IEPs).<\/p>\n
We have a 25-year plus history in the Oregon assisting families who need everything\u00a0from financial assistance to case management, and more!<\/p>\n
ALSO is Here to Help With the Journey<\/h2>\n
<\/div>\nFamily crises oftentimes have a habit of coming up when least expected. Please know that we’re here to assist you during any or all of the rough spots on your family journey. When we strengthen families, we move forward in achieving full community inclusion for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.<\/p>\n
If your family is interested in our Children\u2019s Services, please let us know. Contact us today at\u00a0info@alsoweb.org<\/a>, or call us at\u00a0503-489-6565<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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