Parenting Coordination is a structured service designed to assist parents in adhering to parenting plans and court orders and fostering a cooperative and supportive environment for their children. This service is especially valuable for families navigating the complexities of co-parenting, ensuring that both parents are equipped with the skills and strategies needed to effectively manage their responsibilities.
The court usually appoints Parenting Coordinators once a divorce or paternity case is in the concluding stages. This service can last for up to two years and helps prevent co-parents from re-entering the court system after their case has been finalized.
Typically, a family already has a parenting plan at this stage and just needs some help making changes to better accommodate their situation. If the family does not already have a parenting plan in place, we will help facilitate creating one together.
Our Parenting Coordinator aims to work closely with the parents, empowering them to implement the strategies in their plan independently. This hands-on approach ensures that parents are equipped with practical tools and techniques to manage their parenting responsibilities effectively.
Parenting Coordination offers a pathway to healthier and more effective co-parenting, reducing conflict and promoting effective communication to ensure the well-being of the children involved.
Parents are trained to implement the parenting plan independently, fostering confidence and self-sufficiency.
Ensures adherence to court orders and parenting plans, reducing the risk of legal complications.
Facilitates communication and cooperation between parents, minimizing conflicts and misunderstandings.
Focuses on long-term improvements in family functioning to ensure effective co-parenting.
Parenting Coordination involves a qualified professional who works closely with parents to foster communication and adhere to court orders and parenting plans. This process includes:
Parenting Coordination provides numerous benefits for families striving to create a supportive and cooperative co-parenting environment.
Here are some answers to common inquiries about the Parenting Coordination process, its benefits, and how it can help you manage co-parenting effectively and compassionately. If you need more information, feel free to contact us.
Parenting Coordination is an alternative dispute resolution process in which a trained professional, known as a Parenting Coordinator, assists co-parents to implement their parenting plan, make timely decisions in accordance with the children’s needs, and resolve conflicts regarding their children’s care outside of court.
Parenting Coordination is specifically designed for parents experiencing high levels of conflict; it differs from other services by focusing on mediation and conflict resolution directly related to parenting issues. Unlike general counseling or therapy, Parenting Coordination provides hands-on, practical guidance and makes use of authority granted by the courts to help enforce parenting plans, if necessary.
Parents who are separated, divorcing, or already divorced and find themselves in continual conflict over their children's care can benefit from Parenting Coordination. It is especially great for those who have a history of repeated litigation, intense conflict, and difficulty communicating about the care of their children.
The duration of Parenting Coordination depends on the specific needs of the family and the court order. The Parent Coordinator can remain with the family for up to two years, if necessary.
The cost of Parenting Coordination can vary widely based on the complexity of the case, the qualifications of the coordinator, and the length of service required. Fees are typically charged hourly, and some coordinators may also charge for additional expenses such as travel, phone consultations, and documentation preparation.