Therapeutic Residential Care for Children and Young People

Acknowledgements. Author's note. Foreword by Brian Burkedin. 1. The Importance of a Theoretical Base. 2. Trauma Informed Practice. 3. Therapeutic Relationships. 4. Demands and Rewards of the Work: Staff Support. 5. The Home Environment. 6. The Holding Environment and Daily Routines. 7. The Organization and Community. 8. Group Processes. 9. Moving On: Transitions, After Care and Outreach. 10. Outcomes Based Practice. Appendix 1. Susan's Story. Appendix 2. Lighthouse Model of Care: Therapeutic Family Model of Care. References. Index.