placés

Placés refers to a term used in some Francophone countries, particularly in the context of social services and child welfare. It describes children who have been temporarily or permanently removed from their parental home and placed in the care of another family or institution. This placement can occur for various reasons, including neglect, abuse, or parental incapacity.

The term "placés" encompasses a range of situations. Children might be placed with relatives, in foster care (famille d'accueil), or in residential facilities like orphanages or specialized centers. The goal of placement is generally to ensure the child's safety, well-being, and development when their biological parents are unable to provide adequate care.

The process for placing a child typically involves an assessment by social services (services sociaux) or child protection agencies. Decisions are often made in consultation with legal authorities, and the duration of the placement can vary significantly depending on the child's circumstances and the progress made by the family towards reunification, if that is deemed possible and in the child's best interest. Termination of parental rights may lead to a permanent placement, often with the aim of adoption.