Chaskin (2006) suggests that Family Support
practice principles operate on different levels.
A strong value base is suggested (a strengthsbased,
inclusive perspective focused on
prevention) with an overall conceptual guide
to service provision advocated (strengthening
informal supports and partnership) and
promotion of concrete suggestions for
practice (needs-led and flexible). The core
principles under each of these levels, including
prevention and early intervention, partnership,
a strengths based approach and the provision
of supports based on children and family’s
needs, are now further elaborated. The
importance of communities is also discussed.