Out-of-home care

Out-of-home care refers to a situation where children or young people are provided with a safe and stable environment outside of their family home because their parents or guardians are temporarily or permanently unable to care for them. This includes placements like foster homes, residential care facilities, or kinship care with relatives. The goal is to ensure the child's safety, well-being, and development while working towards reunification with their family or, if necessary, preparing them for independent living. Out-of-home care is typically a supportive measure, coordinated by social services to meet each child's individual needs.