A social worker meets with a family to gather information that will help identify patterns of parental behavior, both positive and negative, over time. The family’s strengths are distinguished to determine protective factors that aid in identifying resources to help the household meet its needs. Overall requirements are addressed that affect the permanency and safety of the children. Information gathered through other assessments is also used to help develop a service plan or plan for intervention. What kind of evaluation is being described?
Explanation
Answer: D - The comprehensive family assessment gathers all background information on its members and evaluates the home environment. Contributing factors are discussed, such as domestic violence, lack of employment, alcohol/drug usage, and educational background. A social worker will also collect information on who lives in the home and the parent’s culture, health and finances.
