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Welcome to Our Home template – english
Occurs on: Information and visits for prospective placements , Care standards
English version of the template for caregivers.
Intake, Practice tools
Intake decision response tool
We use the intake decision response tool (DRT) to decide on the appropriate report of…
Care
Finances and wills for tamariki and rangatahi in care or custody
Tamariki and rangatahi may have personal finances, which could include their pocket money, their earnings and any other income. There are several options to help them manage their finances – and to create a will – if they want to.
Practice approach
Systems theory
Systems theory prompts us to consider the contexts and environments of tamariki and their whānau. It aligns with our practice approach.
Contact us
Get in touch if you're having trouble finding the information you need on the Practice Centre or there's something we can improve (such as fixing links or using more inclusive and plain language).
Care
Dealing with complaints about caregivers
A complaint is an expression of dissatisfaction or concern about conduct or care. All complaints should be taken seriously and responded to with sensitivity.
Practice tools
Practice triggers
Use these practice triggers to guide decision-making and help with case planning.
Practice approach
Indigenous theory
Indigenous theory introduces cultural concepts of equity and wellbeing. Indigenous theory aligns with our practice approach.
Adoption
Intercountry request for a Child Study report
If te tamaiti or the birth whānau or family is living overseas a Child Study report from their country may be required. We may need to prepare the request for a Child Study report.
Assessment and planning
Determining the frequency of visits to tamariki and rangatahi in care
The needs of te tamaiti or rangatahi will determine how frequently they are visited by their social worker while in care.