A recent independent evaluation of the National Center for Innovation and Excellence’s C.A.R.E.S. Model (Coordination, Advocacy, Resources, Education, and Support) demonstrates compelling outcomes for families involved in child welfare. Findings indicate that families who received C.A.R.E.S. services experienced significantly fewer child maltreatment re-reports and lower rates of out-of-home placements compared to families who did not participate. This family-centered, strengths-based approach is emerging as a cost-effective, evidence-informed solution that strengthens families while reducing system involvement.

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