Family-Based Care in Child Protection: A Literature Review
Abstract
This literature review explores the concept of family-based care, its significance, and the multifaceted challenges it presents. Family-based care, which includes kinship care, foster care, adoption, and kafalah is emphasised for its potential to provide nurturing, stable, and supportive environments for vulnerable children. The review synthesises findings from various studies highlighting the benefits of personalised attention, cultural continuity, and stronger family bonds. However, it also addresses key issues such as placement instability, resource limitations, the need for comprehensive caregiver training, and the complexities of legal processes. This paper aims to provide a nuanced understanding of family-based care, identifying gaps in current research and suggesting areas for future investigation to improve the effectiveness of the family-based care system.
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