Family Involvement in Child Welfare Decision-Making: Strategies and Research On Inclusive Practices

Child welfare practice has undergone significant shifts in the relationship between state agencies and families, with families increasingly being considered as partners in decision-making. An emerging body of research shows high family satisfaction with these approaches, but little outcome research...

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Published inJournal of public child welfare Vol. 3; no. 3; pp. 305 - 327
Main Authors Crea, Thomas M., Berzin, Stephanie C.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Taylor & Francis Group 31.08.2009
Subjects
Child Welfare Services
Client Satisfaction
Decision Making
family group decision-making
Family Relations
family team conferences
family team meetings
family-centered practice
Foster Care
Foster Children
Social Participation
team decision-making
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Summary:Child welfare practice has undergone significant shifts in the relationship between state agencies and families, with families increasingly being considered as partners in decision-making. An emerging body of research shows high family satisfaction with these approaches, but little outcome research currently exists. This article synthesizes practice and research literature on three predominant approaches to family involvement, Family Group Decision-Making (FGDM), Team Decision-Making (TDM), and Community Partnerships for Protecting Children (CPCC). We conclude with recommendations for future research, and for addressing the underlying values and ethics of family involvement.
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ISSN:1554-8732
1554-8740
DOI:10.1080/15548730903129970