Policy
Smoking and vaping
We must endeavour to provide tamariki and rangatahi in the care or custody of the Oranga Tamariki chief executive with a smoke and vape free environment.
Care
How to access respite care, advice, assistance and a support person
Caregivers need a good support network, advice and respite in order to provide safe, stable and loving homes. Planning for regular breaks, attending a support group or talking with someone who understands can provide invaluable benefits for a caregiver.
Care
Caregiver support plan
We help caregivers to identify any support or training they need so they can meet the needs of tamariki and rangatahi. We create a support plan to document this additional support.
Care
Transition to adulthood
We have a responsibility to assist rangatahi who are in, or have left, our long-term care or youth justice residential placements from the age of 15, to acquire the knowledge, skills, resources and supports they need to thrive.
Youth justice, Interventions
Planning for the Youth Court Te Kōti Taiohi o Aotearoa
Early preparation, thorough planning and collaboration are vital in supporting tamariki and rangatahi who appear in the Youth Court, Te Kōti Rangatahi or the Pasifika Court. We also engage with victims to consider their views and keep them informed.
Adoption, Policy
Adoption – Intercountry adoption: adopting a tamaiti from overseas
This policy provides an overview of the intercountry adoption policy and process to adopt a tamaiti from overseas.
Babysitting and overnight stays: When children or young people are in care
There will always be times when children and young people want to have sleepovers with friends. Responsible parents exercise their judgement in these circumstances to make sure that their children have safe interactions outside the home. Approved caregivers of our children and young people in care are no exception.
Policy
Policy
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Interventions
Section 19 referrals to a care and protection coordinator
This guidance provides clarity on the process, obligations and timeframes once a referral under section 19 is received by a care and protection coordinator.
Adoption, Policy
Adoption – Responding to relative intercountry adoption proposals
Use this policy when whānau or family members want to adopt a tamaiti or rangatahi who is related to them from another country.