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Study warns over kin carers' support

This article looks at results of a government-commissioned study in Great Britain concerning kin carers. It found that despite suffering more financial hardship, many kin carers are paid less than unrelated foster carers. They are more likely to receive little or no social work support, have no family placement worker and no access to training. It warns that special guardianship orders could similarly be used by local authorities to restrict services for kin carers.

Additional Titles
Community Care

Key Information

Type of Reference
Mgzn
Type of Work
Article
Publisher
Reed business information limited
ISBN/ISSN
03075508
Resource Database
A9h
Publication Year
2006
Start Page
11-11