What are some evidence-based programs that help promote safety, permanency, and well-being?
This information packet provides information about evidence-informed programs that aim to keep children safe and families together.
Permanency
Do Infant-Toddler Court Teams impact permanency outcomes for families?
Learn from a study that compares permanency outcomes for families with and without Infant-Toddler Court Team involvement.
Can trauma symptoms predict placement instability?
Learn from a study that examines the relationship between trauma screening and the likelihood of multiple foster care placements.
What strategies facilitate safe family reunification?
Explore strategies that promote timely permanency for children in foster care, with a focus on family reunification.
Why is it imperative to minimize children’s time away from family?
Learn why minimizing time children spend away from family and implementing timely permanency strategies are critical to child well-being.
What are some examples of effective family search and engagement?
Learn about effective family search and engagement strategies for locating relatives and fictive kin for children in out-of-home care.
A season of hope: Growing the role of families
Learn why a kin-first culture leads to better outcomes for children and families, and how communities are embracing this powerful approach.
What are some strategies that prioritize first placement of children with a family?
Explore strategies for prioritizing placement of children with kin or in family settings, when out-of-home care is necessary.
How can parents and caregivers be supported in developing a positive co-parenting relationship?
Learn about the strategies that strengthen the co-parenting relationship between parents and caregivers.
What are kinship navigator programs?
Learn about the key elements of kinship navigator programs, jurisdictional examples, and evaluation outcomes.