CREST is a team of independent Family Group Decision-Making (FGDM) and Lifelong Links Co-ordinators. We work in partnership with families and the professionals who support them, promoting an innovative way of working that is inclusive, rights-based and future-focused.
Our priorities are:
- connecting communities
- strengthening relationships
- empowering young people and their families
- supporting them to have their voices heard and to be involved in decisions that are made about them
- bringing people together to support better outcomes
Family Group Decision-Making (FGDM)
Family Group Decision-Making (FGDM) is a strength-based approach designed to empower families to make a safe plan when there are concerns about a child or young person.
Family Group Decision-Making - Information for professionals
"For Scotland to truly be the best place in the world for children to grow up, a fundamental shift is required in how decisions are made about children and families" (The Promise, page 7)
Share this page
