Cross-System Use of FGC

Home Government Support Services Children & Youth Family Group Conferencing Cross-System Use of FGC

In Dauphin County, we believe that it is essential to utilize the FGC philosophy and practice from a cross-system perspective. Here are just a few systems that are taking a close look at "When FGC works best in their day-to-day practice with families:

When it works best in MH/MR

To resolve disruptive behavior
To help youth remain in the community
To more fully involve the family in treatment
To reduce issues of isolation, secrecy or stigma and rather mobilize community involvement

When it works best in Schools

To resolve disruptive behavior
To help students succeed in school
To resolve concerns of suspension and expulsion

When it works best in Drug & Alcohol Services

To reduce issues of secrecy
To minimize family isolation
To involve community/family in recovery
To help families in their own recovery
To invite open and honest communication regarding addictions

When it works best in Victim Services

To increase safety for family members
To bring greater clarity and value to the voice and concerns of victims
To increase community involvement in resolution
To provide a safe healing opportunity for victims

When it works best in Faith Based Services

To utilize the strengths of the Faith-Based community
To acknowledge the positive role faith can play in healing a family
To strengthen the fabric of the family
To honor the family's culture and heritage

When it works best in Juvenile Justice

To plan for a juvenile who has admitted to the offense or been found guilty of the offense
To plan for a juvenile at the Court/Intake level
To plan for a juvenile who is under supervision
To return a juvenile safely from placement

When it works best in Child Welfare

To keep children safely at home
To return a child safely from foster care
To identify the best placement for children
To identify the best permanent plan for children
To help stabilize a troubled placement