0555b664__Alcohol_and_Other_Drug_Issues__Program_Improvement_Plan__PIP_
[State] Connecticut Among all reasons identified for children coming to the attention of the child welfare agency, neglect (not including medical neglect) was cited in 35 (70%) cases, substance abuse by parents was cited in 24 (48%) cases. Primary reasons for opening a child welfare agency case included substance abuse by parent in 6 cases (12%). Outpatient substance abuse treatment for parents and adolescents are among the services provided to support family maintenance and reunification. Stakeholders indicated that DCF performed thorough investigations, including multidisciplinary assessments including domestic violence and substance abuse. Substance abuse treatment was indicated as among services provided to families to prevent removal. Ongoing training is needed in substance abuse treatment.
The department is moving toward expanding its �risk� assessment into a more comprehensive child and family assessment that will identify not only safety risks, but also the underlying issues contributing to abuse and neglect. The assessment will assist in streamlining cases requiring further evaluation by our Regional Resource Group (specialists in substance abuse, education, mental health).
A Review of Alcohol and Other Drug Issues
Program Improvement Plan (PIP)