So another thread got me to wondering....( the buyers remorse one)

Do you have a confidentiality policy? If so, what does it all include?

On the other thread, I as well as others, suggested to call a current provider and ask questions about a possible new family. However now it made me wonder if that is breach of confidentiality though? Is it okay if the family gives permission to both providers to discuss them?

I'm just thinking if a provider called me I would be hesitant to say anything negative about the family, especially if they were in my care still. As the possible new provider I definitely would want to call though.

I actually don't have a confidentially policy as I just use common sense when discussing a client but I think I might write up a policy.....