Familiebaserede

Familiebaserede (English: family-based) describes approaches, services, and interventions that place the family at the center of planning, delivery, and evaluation of support for an individual. The term is used across social services, health care, education, and welfare to signal that families are not only recipients of help but active partners in care and decision-making. Core features typically include assessment of family resources and needs, collaboration with professionals, respect for family culture and values, and efforts to build parenting capacity and resilience.

In child welfare, familiebaserede practices emphasize keeping children in their homes when safe, using home-based services, and prioritizing family preservation and reunification. In education, family-based or family–school partnerships aim to engage parents in learning processes, communication, and home support. In health and mental health, family-centered care treats families as co-therapists and decision-makers; family-based interventions may be used for youth mental health or eating disorders, while caregiver involvement is emphasized in the management of chronic conditions. In elder care, family caregivers are recognized as integral parts of the care team and are provided with training and support.

Key principles include viewing the family as a resource, promoting collaboration and shared decision-making, cultural humility, and flexible service delivery that adapts to changing family circumstances. Benefits can include better alignment of services with real-life needs, improved adherence and outcomes, and greater satisfaction; challenges include variable family capacity, privacy concerns, potential coercion risks, and resource constraints. Related concepts include family-centered care, family therapy, family preservation, and parent involvement.