CAPVA Flowchart and Guidance

The CAPVA Flowchart and Guidance document provides a detailed framework for professionals addressing Child/Adolescent to Parent Violence and Abuse (CAPVA). It includes practical guidance on identifying and responding to CAPVA, risk assessment tools, and steps for safety planning with affected families.

The document highlights signs of abuse, strategies for early intervention, and referral pathways to appropriate support services, including MARAC for high-risk cases. It also offers advice for safeguarding children both as victims and as those causing harm, ensuring a multi-agency approach to managing and preventing abuse.

This resource is essential for professionals handling CAPVA cases or seeking to understand intervention protocols.