Services
Supervised Family Time Services
Togetherness for Families can provide Supervised Family Time Services.
Services include community-based sessions to local authority children’s services teams where cases are involved in proceedings.
Supervised Family Time Services at Togetherness for Families
Togetherness for Families can provide Supervised Family Time Services. Services include community-based sessions to local authority children’s services teams where cases are involved in proceedings. Our well supported and highly trained staff team work hard to maintain relationships ensuring the safety and well being of children whilst supporting family togetherness.
Professional Supervised Family Time Services
At Togetherness for Families, we deliver high-quality Supervised Family Time Services specifically designed to support family solicitors, social workers and healthcare professionals.
Our skilled team provides objective, secure contact arrangements that meet court requirements while gathering valuable insights into family dynamics, enabling more informed professional decision-making regarding children’s welfare and family reunification.
Comprehensive Supervision Framework
Our Supervised Family Time Services utilize a structured approach that balances safety with meaningful interaction:
- Risk-Managed Contact Sessions: Secure environments with appropriate supervision levels based on assessed need
- Developmental Observation: Professional monitoring of parent-child interactions and attachment quality
- Therapeutic Contact Options: Supported sessions incorporating healing-focused activities
- Community-Based Venues: Access to appropriate, neutral settings for family interactions
- Transport Coordination: Practical support ensuring reliable attendance
- Detailed Documentation: Objective recording of interactions, progress and concerns
Supporting Your Professional Practice
We understand the specific needs of different referring professionals:
For Family Solicitors
- Court-standard contact records meeting evidential requirements
- Objective observations supporting case planning and representation
- Flexible scheduling accommodating legal proceedings timetables
- Expert witness testimony when required
- Implementation of court-ordered contact arrangements
- Clear documentation of compliance and engagement
For Social Workers
- Alignment with care plans and statutory requirements
- Detailed observations supporting assessment and planning
- Practical support implementing contact arrangements
- Evidence gathering for permanency decisions
- Observations of multiple family members when required
- Support for reunification planning and implementation
For Healthcare Professionals
- Monitoring of health-related parenting capacity during contact
- Observation of medication administration and management
- Assessment of parental understanding of health needs
- Support implementing therapeutic recommendations
- Safe environment for children with complex health needs
- Specialist supervision for medically vulnerable children
Togetherness for Families:
Professional Services
Professional Service Process
Our structured approach ensures consistent, high-quality supervision:
- Comprehensive referral and risk assessment procedure
- Clear contact planning with all relevant parties
- Consistent supervisors building relationships and trust
- Detailed session records shared with referring professionals
- Regular review meetings and progress updates
- Scalable supervision levels responsive to changing needs
- Transitional planning for contact progression
Quality Assurance for Professional Confidence
All our Supervised Family Time Services meet rigorous standards:
- Delivery by qualified practitioners with specific supervision training
- Adherence to safeguarding procedures and risk management
- Consistent reporting formats meeting court and local authority requirements
- Regular case review and quality monitoring
- Safe, appropriate venues meeting health and safety standards
- Clear supervision protocols for emergencies and disclosures
Expert Supervision Team
Our specialist practitioners bring extensive expertise:
- Advanced safeguarding and child protection training
- Observational assessment skills
- De-escalation and conflict management capabilities
- Understanding of attachment and developmental needs
- Experience with court processes and requirements
- Cultural competency and diverse family experience
Additional Professional Services
To complement our core supervision service, we offer:
- Consultation on complex contact arrangements
- Supported progression to less intensive supervision
- Specialised supervision for specific needs or concerns
- Contact activity planning and resources
- Handover support between placements
At Togetherness for Families, we understand the critical importance of high-quality supervised contact in supporting professional decision-making and maintaining essential family relationships.
Our service delivers reliable, objective and supportive family time that centres children’s needs while gathering the observations required to inform long-term planning and court proceedings.
