Discussion Guide: Biological Mother Visit
Pair this discussion guide with its corresponding video to understand the value of engaging the biological mother after removal of the child or children.
Description
This discussion guide helps illustrate the value of continued engagement of the biological mother to assess progress on her case plan and action plans, collaborate to find solutions to barriers for creating a safe home for her children, and identify strengths to support changes.
The checklist included in this discussion guide can help identify best practices that promote quality engagement and contribute to better outcomes for safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families.
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Suggested Citation
Capacity Building Center for States. (2017). Discussion guide: Biological mother visit. Children’s Bureau, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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