The worker explained the supervised arrangements applying during the assessment and where they would be reviewed.

Mia’s mother was also being assessed.

Concern about Derek did not automatically make every earlier decision by her safe.

She held her pen without writing.

“Does this mean she’s not coming home with me?”

“It means nobody has approved the old arrangement.

We’ll work through where she can be and who can safely care for her.”

She asked about rides, work, food, and what belongings she could collect.