What is supervised parenting time?

The term “supervised parenting time” is used to describe two basic types of services:

1. Supervision of an entire visit between a child and a noncustodial relative; and
2. Supervision or monitoring of the transfer of the child from one parent to another.
   
   

Parents have a shared responsibility for their children. Most often, children benefit from having regular contact with both parents, regardless of the parents’ relationship. Supervised parenting time and Exchange services are for the benefit of children who may not have safe, conflict-free contact with one or both parents without the intervention of a neutral person or persons.