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Casework Practice With Families Affected by Domestic Violence
One of the dilemmas of working with families experiencing domestic violence and child maltreatment is how to keep children safe without penalizing the nonoffending parent. Child welfare professionals working with families affected by domestic violence must identify and use interventions that protect children from domestic violence while strengthening families and maintaining family continuity. This process should include engaging the family in the decision-making process and developing partnerships with community service providers and the courts, as well as making safety plans to build networks of support that will strengthen families and keep children safe.
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