These are some of the basic rules for visitation services. A more detailed list of rules will be supplied to both parents at the intake interview.

• ARRIVE AND DEPART ON TIME
• ALL INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE STAFF MUST BE FOLLOWED
• NO PROFANITY
• NO CORPORAL PUNISHMENT IS PERMITTED
• NO SMOKING OR DRINKING ALCOHOL
• DO NOT BRING OTHER GUESTS TO THE VISITATION

TIPS FOR NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT
Being with your child in the presence of someone else may be uncomfortable for you; at least in the beginning. You probably have many questions and concerns and that is perfectly understandable. During tough times you may want to talk to a mental health professional or find a support group to help you with your feelings. Do your best to focus on your relationship with your child. Your patience and commitment will pay off. Here are some suggestions that might be helpful to you:

• ARRIVE AND DEPART ON TIME
• DO NOT DISCUSS THE COURT CASE WITH THE CHILD
• ONLY TALK POSITIVE WHEN TALKING TO THE CHILD
• DO NOT MAKE THE CHILD A MESSENGER TO THE OTHER PARTY
• DO NOT TALK ABOUT OR ASK ABOUT THE CUSTODIAL PARENT
• READ THE COURT ORDER / CUSTODY ORDER THOROUGHLY

TIPS FOR THE CUSTODIAL PARENT
Supervised visitation can also be a challenge for you. Typically you have been taking care of your child's everyday needs and have a routine for yourself and your family. Supervised visitation can sometimes feel like one more responsibility. Of course you also have concerns and questions about the visits and how they will affect your child. This is understandable. In difficult times you may also want to talk to a mental health professional or find a support group where you can talk about your feelings. Here are a few suggestions that might help you in the process:

• READ THE COURT ORDER / CUSTODY ORDER THOROUGHLY
• EXPLAIN TO YOUR CHILD WHERE AND WHEN THE VISITS WILL TAKE PLACE
• HAVE YOUR CHILD READY ON TIME AND BE PROMPT
• REASSURE YOUR CHILD THAT YOU SUPPORT HIM OR HER IN HAVING A PLEASANT VISIT
• DO NOT QUIZ YOUR CHILD ABOUT THE VISIT
• DO NOT MAKE YOUR CHILD A MESSENGER TO THE OTHER PARTY

PREPARE YOUR CHILD
It is very important to prepare your child(ren) for the monitored visit in order to make them feel comfortable with the process. Here is a small list of suggestions that may help you prepare your child for the visit.

• DO NOT TELL THE CHILD TOO FAR IN ADVANCE OF THE VISIT
• INFORM YOUR CHILD THEY WILL RETURN TO YOU WHEN THE VISIT IS OVER
• LET YOUR CHILD KNOW THE VISIT WILL BE IN A FUN AND SECURE ENVIRONMENT
• INFORM YOUR CHILD THE VISIT WILL BE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE