The consent form specifies what limit of care has been agreed to and the family is informed that if the parent is unable to re-unite with the child within this time frame, foster care through the county or other resources will be needed. Staff will help the family with this procedure if it becomes necessary. Extension of service beyond the 72 hours can be considered on a case by case basis when circumstances warrant. If it better meets the needs of the parent, intake can occur in the parent's home, a shelter, hospital, etc. In more rural areas where geographic distance can be a barrier, staff generally go to the parent rather than the parent coming into a central office.
Transportation is provided to the parent and child as needed.
A fee for service is not required. Clothing, diapers, formula and personal necessities are provided to the children placed in shelter homes. The staff works with the parent during the initial call, during the child's placement, and during follow-up after the placement has occurred to assure that the parent receives immediate crisis counseling and support as well assistance with longer term problem solving and goal setting. Service Approach Crisis Nurseries, as prevention and early intervention programs, place emphasis on delivering services that are family centered, community based, and culturally competent. Many parents express a desire not to repeat these patterns with their children.