Supervised Visitation

This vital service provides a safe, monitored, and neutral place where children can visit with non-custodial parties without fear of an arising conflict. The primary objective of the program is to reduce children's vulnerability to violence and trauma relating to visitations with non-custodial parties. The program prevents a reoccurrence of domestic violence or abuse that has taken place within the family. Visits are designed to be pleasant and non-stressful for the children while attempting to strengthen relationships between family members. The program is open to Manatee County residents who need a supervised and monitored setting in which to visit with children.

Program Details

• Afternoon and evening visitation times;
• On-site security officer and metal detection;
• BA-level counselor present in the visitation rooms for constant monitoring, facilitation, and intervention;
• Separate entrances and staggered arrival/departure times for visiting party and custodial party to ensure there is no contact between parties and that restraining orders are upheld;
• And visits in one hour increments each week for up to 24 weeks in duration

There is no cost for this service.

If the local child welfare department or the Safe Children Coalition is involved with your family, ask your case manager for a referral. You can also advise your attorney that you desire court-ordered Supervised Visitation, or call (941) 741-3575 for further information.

To access additional sources of information, we provide the following links:

Grandparent Information Center - AARP

Supervised Visitation Network