Publisher's Synopsis
This Dartington child care study looks at the return experiences of children looked after by local authorities. It shows that although the vast majority of children go back to their families and home communities, little is known about the process. How can professionals and carers make the transition as easeful as possible? The book charts patterns of separation and return, considers the experiences of those involved and highlights factors associated with the likelihood of return and its success. As the factors are confirmed in a blind prospective study, they are among the most robust indicators available.
