Core Element Overview
Caregivers understand their child in a way that service providers do not. This is why their voice is essential to ensure that their child receives the best care possible and why they should be highly respected in all aspects of their child’s services and care. The Family Partner is essential in empowering caregivers to guide their child’s services and explain their desires, strengths, and challenges to providers. Because of their own experience, a Family Partner understands that the experiences of families can be very different, so they do not apply a one-size-fits-all approach. A Family Partner promotes self-care and wellness for caregivers and connects them to resources to help them accomplish their personal and family goals.
