The Family Welfare Office Østfold, Fredrikstad branch, offers professional guidance and support in areas such as child welfare, family and cohabitation. The office has developed action cards that will facilitate cooperation between different agencies when there are concerns related to children and youth. They also provide advice on how to communicate with children in the context of juvenile delinquency.
In addition to guidance and support, the office is launching the digital Child Welfare Barometer 2025, which provides access to statistics and analyses related to child welfare. The Family Welfare Office also arranges conferences, courses and seminars for professionals, with a focus on topics such as equality and non-discrimination. This makes the office an important player in family and child welfare in the region.