The process of deinstitutionalisation and development of residential care in Bulgaria

Abstract

The article aims to show the process of deinstitutionalisation in Bulgaria. This process is connected with the development of residential care - small group homes for children and youth with or without disabilities. The main position of residential care and the main challenges for the team are outlined.

Keywords

• small group home
• residential care
• disabilities
• children deprived of parental care
• social services in the community