Abstract
Effects of key components of family preservation services were examined using data from a rigorous evaluation of intensive family preservation services in Illinois. Simultaneous equations were developed using two-stage least squares estimates to model relationships between case characteristics, service characteristics, and case outcomes. Results indicate that the duration, intensity, and breadth of family preservation services have little overall impact on out-of-home placement of children, the recurrence of child maltreatment, or the closing of cases in the public child welfare agency. Policy makers, practitioners, and researchers are advised to look beyond these features of family preservation programs in search of effective interventions for children and families.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
