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Fact Sheets and Guides

 

Investigating Concerns
A guide for families and carers to know the processes that occur if the Department believes a child or young person has been harmed or is at risk of significant harm.

Looking West
A Guide to Aboriginal Records in Western Australia.

Protecting Children
Helpful hints for parents, families and friends on ways to keep children safe.

Recognising Children at Risk of Neglect and Abuse

ROADS
An index of locations and access to adoption records.

Young People Leaving Care
'Protocols and Procedures for Preparation for Leaving and After Care Services'

Information Sharing
Working together for a better future for at risk children and families. A guide on information sharing for government agencies and non-government agencies.

Fostering publications

Charter of Rights for Children and Young People in Care

Case Review Panel

Better Care, Better Services
Better Care, Better Services: Standards for Children and Young People in Protection and Care (PDF, 244kb)for Department funded services and for optional use by non-government services. A poster (PDF, 218kb) is also available.

Media Fact Sheets
Fact sheets to inform journalists about the Department's services and resources, and issues affecting communities.

What does it mean
A guide to families and carers about how DCP helps keep children safe.

Children and Community Services Act 2004
Information Sheets on a range of topics that will help you understand the Children and Community Services Act 2004.