Foster Placements: Why They Succeed and Why They Fail (Supporting Parents)

Sinclair, Ian

ISBN 10: 1843101734 / ISBN 13: 9781843101734

Published by Jessica Kingsley, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Foster Placements: Why They Succeed and Why They Fail (Supporting Parents)
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1843101734
• ISBN 13: 9781843101734
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

How can we determine success in foster placements? Based on exhaustive research, the authors discuss the primary concerns in foster placement planning, considering the high frequency of placement breakdowns, their impact on the child's behaviour and school performance, and the challenges this places on foster families.

The specific needs of the foster child are given close attention in determining a pathway to success. By monitoring and describing the individual characteristics of the child within the context of the placement, the authors are able to reveal what types of supports are most beneficial.

The implications for this research are considerable. Social workers are given new methods of assessing the needs of foster children which emphasise the process of care and not just the outcome. Policy makers are provided with rich qualitative accounts with which to increase and strengthen the success of foster placements. This is essential reading for social workers, policy makers and foster families.

About the Authors

Ian Gibbs is a research consultant at the SWRDU at the University of York. His main area of research is looked after children, particularly those in residential care and foster care.

Kate Wilson is Professor of Social Work at the Centre for Social Work, University of Nottingham. She has researched and published widely in the fields of therapeutic work and child welfare, including books on social work with couples, social work in a legal context, non-directive play therapy, and adoption and fostering.