kontaktfamilie
A kontaktfamilie, a German term, translates to "contact family" and refers to a specific type of support system for children in foster care or other out-of-home placements. Unlike a traditional foster family that provides full-time care, a kontaktfamilie offers regular, scheduled visits and interaction with a child who is living elsewhere. This can include biological parents, grandparents, or other significant individuals.
The primary purpose of a kontaktfamilie is to maintain and strengthen the child's existing relationships. This
These families are typically vetted and trained by child welfare agencies. They do not make decisions about