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      • 1. An outcomes-based vision for adoption support services with measurable aims/goals.
      • 2. A methodology for quantifying the potential need for adoption support services
      • 3. A Governing body for adoption support services with representation from Health Services, Education Services, and Adopters
      • 4. A multi-agency, multi-professional service delivery model
      • 5. Provision of information about services
      • 6. Adopter Engagement
      • 7. Communication with children and young people
      • 8. One initial referral and assessment process provides access to a range of services within an identified timescale
      • 9. Adoption Support Services are structured and co-ordinated to meet different levels of need
        • 9a. Universal Services
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      • 10. Appropriate response to situations of possible risk
      • 11. The agency commissions and procures services
      • 12. Birth family relationships are promoted
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      • 15. A Workforce Development Plan
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