Supervised Visitation Center

Sometimes, based on issues of protection and safety, a judge will order that a child only have contact with a parent when a neutral third person is present during the visitation. This type of third-person visitation arrangement is often called supervised visitation. In this type of scenario, it is best for all parties involved to have supervised visitations through a caring, certified organization. Gateway of Hope is just such an agency in Southern California.

Through supervised visitations, we can help strengthen family relationships through normal familiar contact, exchange and support services, and provide a child with a focused environment while their family is in transition.

All Fees Must Be Paid In Advance Intake Fee – $25.00 per person.

A thorough intake is essential to the monitoring process. During the intake, both parties will be asked to answer questions that will assist the monitor in protecting the safety of the child(ren) and to protect the rights of all parties. The visiting parent will be asked for a valid driver’s license for identification purposes that will be photocopied and made a part of the case file. A copy of the court order must be made available to GOH prior to or at the time of the intake. The intake, at the discretion of GOH, may be conducted via telephone and fax.

Basic Rate–$50/hour This rate applies when there are no special circumstances i.e. serious threat of abduction, child molestation allegations or other extenuating circumstances as noted in the court order. If either party requests additional time to instruct the monitor, this will be billed at the same rate as the visit. If either party defaults on a visit, the charge for the full visit will be billed in full by GOH. Advanced Rate–$85 hour This rate applies when there are special circumstances (ie. Serious threat of abduction, child molestation allegations or other extenuating circumstances as noted in the court order. If either party requests additional time to instruct the monitor, this will be billed at the same rate as the visit. If either party defaults on a visit, the charge for the full visit will be billed in full by GOH. Progress Report–$25 per page (must be requested by parties counsel or the judge) Monitor’s casual notes are submitted to GOH directly following the visit, are maintained in the case file and are the property of GOH. Upon official request, the monitor’s notes will be transcribed into a report by GOH and presented to the requesting party. Subpoena Fee $125 per hour, portal to portal and return travel time plus accommodations and 2 meals if the destination is over 120 miles from the monitor’s home.

All cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance of visit to avoid paying the full visit price. These rates are subject to change upon a 2 weeks’ notice.