How It Works

Cherished Connections – Ensuring Positive Family Time Through Child-Focused Supervision

Simple 4-Step Process

At Cherished Connections, we streamline the process for parents eager to connect with their children. Our efficient four-step procedure includes: 

Click on each bullet point to see detailed information.

 

 

Complimentary Consult & Forms:

 

    • Schedule Consult: Each party selects a 15-minute slot and submit basic information to receive an information pack with forms.
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    • Consultation: Forms and intake questions will be addressed; review forms in advance to use time efficiently.
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    • User-Friendly: Spend 15-20 minutes completing and submitting forms electronically to reduce carbon footprint.
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    • Required Documents: Upload ID, court orders, and other documents directly or via email.
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    • Visit Preparation: We use your form details to schedule the intake interview and prepare for family visits.

      Intake Interviews & Payments:

        • Intake Interview: Conducted by phone or online based on your selected date and time during the consultation.
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        • Intake Fees: Invoices will be emailed to the paying party; separate invoices can be provided if necessary.
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        • Senior Practitioners: Interviews are led by experienced, dignity-driven assessors.
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        • Invoice Handling: Payments can be made via debit/credit card, PayID, or EFT (include your full name in the reference). A card surcharge may apply.

      Assessment Criteria:

      • Best type of visit for the child/young person
      • Suitability for CC services
      • Child/young person’s preferences
      • Family’s commitment capability
      • Previous history and current circumstances
      • Preferred days, times, and venues for visits

      Note: Criteria may vary based on each family’s unique needs.

       

      Optional Service

      • Child Familiarisation Sessions: An optional, recommended service to help the child/young person feel comfortable with their assigned family time facilitator. Includes a pre-visit meeting with play and conversation, lasting 1-2 hours, for which there is a fee. OR

      • Introductory Profile: A complimentary one-page introduction with a photo of the family time facilitator, detailing their interests, to familiarize the child/young person before the visit.

      SUPERVISED FAMILY VISITS

      • Visit Commencement: Supervised family time starts at the agreed time, date, and location.

       

      • Staggered Meeting Points: Separate, pre-organized arrival points for Lives with Parent (LWP) and Spends Time with Parent (STWP) to ensure no face-to-face encounters.

       

      • Observation: Family Time Facilitators stay within hearing range and observe all interactions discreetly, ensuring the child/young person’s safety and well-being.

       

      • Discreet Practice: Facilitators remain unobtrusive, intervening only if necessary to maintain dignity and safety.

       

      • Staggered Departures: Departure times are staggered to prevent confrontation between parents.

      REPORT WRITING & FEEDBACK

      After each supervised family time visit, the Family Time Facilitators will prepare a detailed report.

       

      • Purpose: The report informs parents, legal representatives, and the Court about the visit’s events.

       

      • Content: Includes observations of interactions, activities, and any notable incidents during the visit.

       

      • Distribution: The report is shared with all relevant parties to ensure transparency and awareness.

       

      * Please provide feedback after family time visits to help us make any necessary adjustments for future sessions.