Authority Determination Process (ADP)

All children and families involved with child and family services for the first time have been guided through a standardized process called the Authority Determination Process or ADP. The ADP directs children and families to the most culturally appropriate Authority but is only applied after ensuring the safety of those involved. The ADP also provides families with an opportunity to select a different Authority to be responsible for service provision.

Goal of This Sub-Project:

To implement a system and procedure for directing families and clients to the appropriate Authority.

Click on the link(s) below to obtain documents prepared to support the introduction of the Authority Determination Process in Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format.

A Guide for Children and Families.pdf (pamphlet - pdf format)
A Guide for Foster Families (pamphlet - pdf format)
Authority Determination Process FAQ (pdf format)

 

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