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Westside Supervised Visits
WESTSIDE SUPERVISED VISITS
What are Supervised Visits?
Supervised visits are visits between a non-custodial parent (“NCP”), and his/her child(ren) that are court-ordered to be monitored or supervised by a third party. It is a tool to be used by courts to reduce risk and by families to get through difficult or transitional times.
Sometimes family members or friends are allowed by courts to serve as monitors, but they are rarely neutral. Other times, a professional monitor or provider, like Ana, who is unbiased, child-focused and specially trained are mandated by a court or requested by the parents. The knowledge and testimony of a neutral professional monitor in court can be particularly is particularly useful and impactful in court.
Benefits of Supervised Visits
and/or Exchanges
For the child(ren):
— Ability to a maintain a positive relationship with both parents, an important factor for a child’s overall adjustment and well being. — Consistency of schedule as well as the presence of the Professional Monitor help child(ren) anticipate the visits without stress or uncertainties.
—One visit at a time, the Professional Monitor gains unbiased, eye witness (percipient) witness knowledge about the parent-child bond and interactions, which can be evidence in Court to further a child’s best interest.
For the Custodial Parent, the parent living with child(ren).
—Limit the need for communication with the other parent. Professional Monitors make and confirm arrangements with each parent separately.
—Relaxed enjoyment of parental free time during the other parent’s visits because (s)he trusts that court orders are being followed and a neutral, child-focused and experienced Professional Monitor is present. If transportation of child(ren) is included in the Services, the Custodial Parent avoids having to deal with traffic or the need for monitored exchanges.
—Ability to use the neutral Professional Monitor’s eyewitness information in Court to continue promoting the best interest and safety of the child(ren) as needed. (Reports and sworn testimony are subject to fees).
For the Non-Custodial Parent
—Limit the need for communication with the other parent. Professional Monitors make and confirm arrangements with each parent separately.
—Anticipate and share consistent quality time with the kid(s) regardless of any personal problems or issues (s)he may be going through at the time. One visit at a time, the parent can build ties, make new memories and family traditions and enhance the child(ren)’s as well as his/her own overall wellbeing.
—Relaxed assuredness that Professional Monitor has no agenda other than facilitating safe, quality visits and ensuring that court orders are strictly followed.
—Ability to use the knowledge and testimony of the neutral Professional Monitor in court to liberalize current orders as facts and circumstances warrant. (Reports and sworn testimony are subject to fees).
About Ana
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What is a professional monitor or provider?
Professional Monitors are specially trained under state law to supervise Court-ordered parent-child visits and serve as unbiased, trained observers, note takers and reporters of the parent-child interactions and bond.
Professional monitors are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect by law.
For the last 20 years, I have worked as an attorney for children involved in dependency court proceedings.
I have dealt with child abuse and neglect cases daily in court. I assisted in the formulation of court orders for the protection of the child, including custody and visitation orders. I am well aware of the family dynamics presented by domestic violence, substance usage, sex abuse, neglect and significant mental health issues, and the industry standards utilized by social workers, law enforcement and the courts to ameliorate risk to the child(ren).
Being child focused, I recognize that a child thrives best whenever regular, safe access and healthy connections to both parents are maintained. Hence, I feel proudly “pro family” and “Safety first” is a mantra my families will hear often.
I am authorized to serve as a Professional Child Supervision Monitor under the rules of the state of California.
I am fluent in English, Spanish and French.
I am TrustLine Registry Background Approved #7916255.
I am CPR/First Aid Certified, first aid kit is available in my car at all times.
Hi, that’s me 👆 , Ana, at work as children’s
lawyer in dependency court.
INITIAL INTAKE
Each parent should contact Professional Monitor to set up an in-person meeting at a public, neutral location before any visit takes place. Professional Monitor will collect documentation, plan safety, and explain procedures, WSV services, including fees and more. Successful Intakes conclude with an agreement detailing the frequency, duration, dates and location of visits.
Flat Fee Per Parent
TRANSPORTATION
WSV may provide safe, reliable transportation of child(ren) to and from visits as a convenience for the parents. Ana may pick up the child(ren) from one location, like school or day care, transport to and from the visit with drop off at the Custodial Parents’ home.
Hourly rate applies (one-hour minimum).
OBJECTIVE REPORTS
Professional Monitors maintain an Objective Report of key observations of the family interactions at each visit. These reports are available at the request of attorneys, a parent or the court, and may include Incident Reports, Detailed Objective Reports of a series of visits, or a sworn, legal declaration by Professional Monitor submitted to the Court.
Flat rate, Standard and Rush fees, as applicable.
Our Services
A supervised exchange is the Court-ordered transfer or exchange of the child(ren) from one
parent to the other parent (and back again) with a monitor present to ensure the safety of all involved. Precautions are taken to avoid contact between Parents and stress for the child(ren).
Hourly Rate (one hour min.)
SUPERVISED EXCHANGES
SUPERVISED VISIT
Supervised Visits are mandated by a court and refer to contact between a non-custodial parent and the child(ren) in the presence of a neutral monitor responsible to observe the visits and ensure that court orders are followed facilitating the safety of all involved. Supervised Visits may be IN-PERSON, by PHONE, or REMOTELY by FaceTime or Zoom. In-Person visits usually occur in neutral, public settings. In-Home visits are rare but may be permitted if allowed by court order AND expressly agreed to by WSV.
Hourly rate (two-hour minimum)
Hourly Rate (two hour min.)
SWORN IN-COURT TESTIMONY
If Ana, as Professional Monitor, is served with a subpoena to appear and testify in court, a daily fee will apply for the parents to pay. Ana will review the subpoena and the case file in preparation for the Court appearance, and shall be prepared to provide unbiased, eye witness testimony of the parent-child interactions and bonds.
Flat daily fee applies (whether or not testimony is given)
WESTSIDE SUPERVISED VISITS
California Rules of Court
WSV provides objective documentation and testimony to support communications and informed court decisions.
Rule 5.20 of the California Rules of Courts governs the standards of supervised visits and exchanges.
Parents shall read, understand and follow Rule 5.20.
Professional Monitor shall strictly enforce all court orders including Rule 5.20.
Parent Guidelines
Supervised visitations and exchanges are designed to maintain family ties while reducing conflict and protecting the emotional wellbeing of the child(ren) during parent’s visits.
Parents shall read, understand and follow the Parent Guidelines.
Supervised Visitation
Professional supervised visitation services ensuring a secure and supportive pathway for children to maintain meaningful connections with their parents.
Office hours: M-F, 10-2 PST. If we do not answer, please leave a message. We reply promptly if not on a visit.
Visitation hours: Hours decided by agreement, but usually begin after school on weekdays and throughout weekends.
Areas Served:
Serving primarily the Westside Los Angeles county, which we mean to include from the South Bay to Malibu and Calabasas and areas in between.
Feel free to call Ana wherever you are located. She is always willing to listen and help wherever possible.
Visitation Fees:
Please call for hourly rates and information.
All fees are payable in cash or by Zelle only at the beginning of the service, no exceptions.
There is a 2-hour visitation minimum.
No charge for cancellations made within 24 hours.
Contact Us
WESTSIDE SUPERVISED VISITS
We’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re exploring the right place for your child or simply curious to learn more, we’re here to help. Reach out to schedule a visit, ask questions, or begin your journey with us - we’ll be happy to guide you every step of the way.