Is supervsion is needed for visitation what options does a parent have as far as who supervises the visits?

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   Frances Turean

   Seattle Family Law Attorney

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   Answered July 19, 2012 08:05. A lot of that will depend on what the court decides. Indaba is a local supervised visitation facility. They charge about $65 an hour, but their rates may have increased. You should try calling them.

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   Jonathan Milstein

   Kirkland Family Law Attorney

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   Answered July 20, 2012 20:19. There are many providers in King County. You could check http://www.familylawcasa.org/supervised-visitat... for a list of King County agencies. If you are not in need of a facility, then many providers offer services in the community that range from $40-$50 an hour. I also have an agency, www.childrenfirstvts.com, should you like to discuss options.

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   Michael Gainer

   Spokane Child Custody Lawyer

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   Answered July 21, 2012 17:54. I agree with the prior answers, but people often forget that the court can also order that an agreed upon or court appointed person can be the supervisor. If this happens, we typically have the supervisor sign a document setting forth that they will be the supervisor and subject themselves to the jurisdiction of the court. The supervisor should be informed of what they are to supervise, the concerns (no disparaging remarks about other parent, no discussing litigation, etc.), whether it is to be "line of sight," what happens if the parent violates the terms (reminder, stop visit). I have had this arise to decrease the stress on the child and keep the visitation with a familiar person and place. If done right, this can be a wonderful alternative. It really depends on the people and facts involved. I hope this helps.

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