Verein ESPOIR

Social-pedagogical family support for families with children and young people; help with family problems, strengthening parenting skills, involving the child’s best interests, and support even when parents are suffering from mental illness.

Placement of long-term and SOS foster carers, together with social-pedagogical support for foster care arrangements, coordination with referring agencies, crisis support, administration, and respite and holiday placements.

Intensive assessment in cases of suspected child abuse or neglect, including risk appraisal, overall assessment, an assessment report, and recommendations for child protection measures and follow-up support.

A multi-stage selection process for prospective foster families, including an information meeting, application documents, a home visit, decision-process evenings, and a final evaluation interview.

Regular support and guidance for foster parents by professionals, including coordination, crisis availability, reflection, administrative support, networking, and further training.