Voice of the Child Report ​​
There has been a need identified through the Courts, particularly with Judges and lawyers in our jurisdiction, for reports that speak to the views and preferences of the child. Since children can be highly influenced by their parents, understanding not just what the children want, but why the children want it, is important. These Voice of the Child reports are prepared by qualified clinical social workers, who summarize the child or children’s views and preferences in a written report, which is provided to the parties’ lawyers and the Court
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Referral Form – please complete this form in its entirety before submitting it to our office, including contact information and outline of the parenting time/decision making issues. Click here: VOC – Referral Consent Form.
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Financial Undertakings – these forms are required to arrange for payment of the report and must be completed before the process begins: ​
VOC Undertaking – full cost (if paying for the full cost yourself).
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VOC Undertaking – half cost (if sharing the cost with your children’s other parent).
The Kawartha Family Court Assessment Service also provides Voice of the Child reports for the Court. The cost of these reports are $1800 for the first child and $500 for each additional child.
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Below, you will find the most up to date forms and paperwork to begin the Voice of the Child report process: