AEP: Children, youth and families

HomVEE reviews evidence of effectiveness for specific home visiting models, indicating which models meet Health and Human Services criteria for being an evidence-based model. The reviews assess impact on a variety of outcomes, including child health, positive parenting practices, reductions in child maltreatment and reductions in juvenile delinquency, family violence and crime.

Searchable database of evidence-based programs related to child welfare. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (scale of 1-5, with 1 representing a practice with the strongest research evidence and 5 representing a concerning practice that appears to pose substantial risk to children and families).

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (scientifically supported, some evidence, expert opinion, insufficient evidence, mixed evidence, evidence of ineffectiveness). Includes outcomes such as reduced violence, improved parent-child interaction and improved child and youth behavior.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (effective, promising, no effects). Includes programs relevant to substance use disorder, family reunification and the foster care/child welfare system.

This report examines the gap between current research and achievable national goals for the next ten years. This report identifies the complexities of childhood influences and highlights the need for a tailored approach when implementing new policies and practices. This report provides a framework for a cohesive, multidisciplinary national approach to improving mental, emotional and behavioral health.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (effective, promising, no effects). Includes programs relevant to substance use disorder, family reunification and the foster care/child welfare system.

Collection of resources that provide information on evidence-based practice in child welfare, including links to glossaries and definitions. Additional resources help child welfare practitioners understand the research base and build connections among social work, research, policy and practice, including state and local examples.

List of promising practices that enhance the safety and well-being of children in foster care.

A collection of resources that provide child welfare workers and related professionals with information on the intersection of substance use disorders and child maltreatment.

A review of randomized controlled trials of intervention programs that are geared toward parents with substance use disorders and/or children with at least one parent with a substance use disorder. The review identifies programs that show emerging evidence in improving the behavioral and mental health outcomes of children affected by parental substance use.

Federal guidance to inform child welfare agencies as they develop practices and policies regarding the use of drug testing in child welfare services. The guidance describes the practice and policy issues that policymakers must address to include drug testing in the comprehensive assessment and monitoring that child welfare agencies provide.

Toolkit to assist community-based child abuse prevention efforts by providing promising approaches and strategies to prevent neglect. The toolkit includes information, specific examples and links to resources.

Searchable database of evidence-based programs related to child welfare. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (scale of 1-5, with 1 representing a practice with the strongest research evidence and 5 representing a concerning practice that appears to pose substantial risk to children and families).

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (effective, promising or no effects). Includes relevant topics such as drug and substance use among parents, children exposed to violence, delinquency prevention and child protection.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs that are effective in preventing or reducing the likelihood of antisocial behavior and promoting a healthy course of youth development and adult maturity. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (experimentally proven, experimental, research informed, opinion informed).

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (scientifically supported, some evidence, expert opinion, insufficient evidence, mixed evidence, evidence of ineffectiveness). Includes outcomes such as reduced violence, improved parent-child interaction and improved child and youth behavior.

Bulletin that provides kinship caregivers with information about how to work effectively with the child welfare system. Resources, such as links to more detailed information or places to find help, are included.

Report that reviews state laws and policies that allow a family member or other person with close ties to a child who has been placed in out-of-home care to become that’s child’s permanent guardian.

Report that reviews state laws and policies that allow a family member or other person with close ties to a child who has been placed in out-of-home care to become that’s child’s permanent guardian.

Report with policy recommendations that would expand affordable housing for families in which grandparents, other adult family members or close family friends are raising children, with no parents in the home.

Toolkit that serves as a practical resource for stakeholders to implement strategies that will engage and support kin who are caring for children and youth with treatment needs.

National report that includes resources to better understand and engage the community in responding to children whose caregivers are negatively impacted by mental illness, substance use or trauma.

Clinical guidelines that provides comprehensive, national guidance for optimal care management of pregnant and parenting women with opioid use disorder and their infants.

Expert consensus report that provides information on the treatment of pregnant women with opioid use disorders, summarizes key aspects of guidelines that have been adopted by professional organizations across many of the disciplines, presents a comprehensive framework to organize these efforts in communities and provides a collaborative practice guide for community planning to improve outcomes for these families.

Resource that includes essential information about the opioid epidemic, opioid use disorder and neonatal abstinence syndrome for home visiting programs. It includes research and evidence-based strategies for home visitors and their partners in early childhood, public health, substance use and mental health treatment. Promising state-level examples are also included.

Technical assistance document that provides examples from states that have implemented comprehensive approaches to Plans of Safe Care for infants with prenatal substance exposure and their families and caregivers.

A comprehensive and integrative medical and behavioral health program for pregnant and postpartum women to support healthy baby outcomes through prevention, early intervention, addiction treatment and recovery support services.

Technical assistance tool designed to equip child welfare and court professionals who refer parents to substance use disorder treatment with a fundamental understanding of treatment. The tool includes a list of questions to ask treatment providers to ensure that effective linkages are made and that services are a good fit to meet parent and family needs.

Best practice standards that provide a foundation for family treatment court adoption of best practices in child welfare, treatment and child/family well-being. The standards also establish a common language across various systems and programs that work with families.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (effective, promising, no effects). Includes programs relevant to substance use disorder and family reunification.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (effective, promising or no effects). Includes relevant topics such as drug and substance use among parents, children exposed to violence, delinquency prevention and child protection.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (scientifically supported, some evidence, expert opinion, insufficient evidence, mixed evidence, evidence of ineffectiveness). Includes outcomes such as reduced violence, improved parent-child interaction and improved child and youth behavior.

Practice Model meant to improve outcomes for youth who are dually involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems (“crossover youth”). The model uses a research-based approach to assist child welfare, juvenile justice and related agencies in adopting policies and practices that better address the needs of these youth and improve their life outcomes.

Guidebook designed to help jurisdictions engage in a process to determine what integration and coordination efforts will best achieve improved outcomes for children, families, the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.

Consensus report that includes a systematic review of the evidence base of practices relevant to providers of Treatment Foster Care, including interventions for post-traumatic stress disorder and abuse-related trauma, disruptive behavior disorders, depression and substance use.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (effective, promising or no effects). Includes relevant topics such as drug and substance use among parents, children exposed to violence, delinquency prevention and child protection.

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs that are effective in preventing or reducing the likelihood of antisocial behavior and promoting a healthy course of youth development and adult maturity. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (experimentally proven, experimental, research informed, opinion informed).

Searchable database of evidence-based policies and programs. Rates strength of evidence of effectiveness (scientifically supported, some evidence, expert opinion, insufficient evidence, mixed evidence, evidence of ineffectiveness). Includes outcomes such as reduced violence, improved parent-child interaction and improved child and youth behavior.