Care
Managing caregiver claims
If a caregiver's property is damaged by tamariki or rangatahi who are in the custody of the Oranga Tamariki chief executive while in their care, and the damage isn't covered by their insurance, they may be able to make a claim to Oranga Tamariki.
In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) surrogacy adoption: Legal issues
When assessing applicants for an adoption involving surrogacy we need to be aware of the work the applicants have already done in preparation for the in-vitro fertilisation at the fertility clinic. By asking the applicants to describe this experience we will be able to build on existing knowledge and enhance understanding rather than being merely repetitive.
Information sharing
Consulting about sharing information
We must consult with te tamaiti or rangatahi about disclosing their information. It is also good practice to consult with others whose information we are sharing if it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Disability practice triggers
This page has key information on the services and processes required for obtaining assessments, ensuring a cross-sectoral response, and transitioning our disabled young people to adult services.
Interventions
Confidentiality and the family group conference
A family group conference is a private and confidential meeting. All discussion and information shared during the conference is privileged.
Adoption
Approving intercountry adoptive applicants
The New Zealand Central Authority (NZCA) approves intercountry adoptive applicants as eligible and suited to adopt tamariki from overseas. We provide the NZCA with our Home Study assessment report and recommendation to approve the applicants.
Adoption
Involving fathers when considering adoption
Te tamaiti benefits from the involvement of their father and their whānau or family when exploring care options and any adoption plan.
Care
Remain or return to living with a caregiver
Rangatahi in the custody of Oranga Tamariki can remain living with a caregiver after they turn 18 or they can return to living with a caregiver until they turn 21.
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CPP consult initial joint investigation plan – template
Occurs on: Child Protection Protocol (CPP)
Template for the consult between Oranga Tamariki and Police about the Child Protection Protocol (CPP) referral.
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Supervision agreement – template
Occurs on: Resources for the tangata whenua and bicultural supervision model
Should be developed collaboratively between the supervisory partners and maintained as a living document.