Family guardian

A child protection specialist who supervises a family under care supervision.

A family guardian (nowadays: child protection specialist) is a professional of a certified institution appointed in case of care supervision (Article 1:254 of the Dutch Civil Code). The guardian supervises care, supports the family and may issue written instructions that are binding on the parents.

The family guardian visited the family weekly to monitor progress.

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