Child and Family Services

Child and family services is a government and/or non-profit organisation designed to better the well being of individuals who come from unfortunate situations, environmental or biological. People who seek or are sought after to participate in these services, usually do not have stable homes and no other resource to turn to. Children might come from abusive or neglectful homes, or live in very poor and dangerous communities. There are also agencies that cater to people who have biological deficiencies. Families that are trying to live in stable lives come to non-profit organisations for hope of a better future. Child and Family services cater to many different types of people who are all in different situations. These services might be mandated through the courts via a governmental child protection agency or they might be voluntary. Child and family services may be mandated if:

  1. There is domestic violence in the home
  2. There is abuse or neglect in the home
  3. Constant negativity amongst family members which could lead to violent behavior
    1. Physical abuse
    2. Emotional abuse
    3. Sexual abuse

Read more about Child And Family Services:  Historical Overview, Types of Services, Progression, Child Care Debate, Problems and Solutions, Non-profit Agencies

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