Compass Child & Family Services

For some young people in our society it is not an option to remain in their family of origin throughout their childhood. A multitude of reasons may lead to the decision that young people have to be cared for outside of their family home. Our out of home care settings aim to offer a closely as possible living experience to a family home situation for young people living there. We are aware that every child and young person has his/ her own family of origin which we cannot replace. Our respect and acceptance of the young person’s family are an important and underpinning value of our work with young people and their families. We are aiming to create an environment in which:

• Young people are safe and free from harm.
• Young people are valued as unique human beings.
• Young peoples' needs are constantly considered and supports developed and provided to meet those needs.
• Young peoples’ family of origin and other significant others are respected, accepted and encouraged to stay involved as much as appropriate and possible in the young persons’ life.
• Young people are included and consistently encouraged to participate in important decisions concerning their lives.