Section 4 - Support structures while overseas

• The detailed budget should address the additional costs of supporting a family (such as. education and associated travel)

General support

• Prayer support specifically for children should be encouraged
• Communication between children and supporting churches should be fostered (e.g. through Sunday School and Youth Group)
• Contact between children and the wider family at home should be promoted

Accountability

• Reviews of the children’s progress and well-being should be held regularly with a person who has an understanding of TCK issues
• A regular review of the children’s education should be conducted
• There should be an official procedure to deal with any concerns
• Balance of working hours and leisure/family time should be discussed

Dealing with problems and crises

• Agencies and churches should work together to ensure support for children when difficulties arise
• Children and parents should know about counselling services and how to access them
• Agencies and churches should follow clear procedures for debriefing children in crisis situations
• If issues cannot be resolved in the current location, relocation or other options should be considered