Citation

Falconer MK, Rhodes T, Mena KC, Reid R. J. Technol. Hum. Serv. 2009; 27(3): 194-215.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15228830903093098

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Management information systems are proving to be a vital tool supporting voluntary long-term home visiting programs designed to prevent child abuse and neglect. This article describes key mechanisms in management information systems that serve multisite programs based on the Healthy Families America® model in Florida and Indiana. The descriptions explain how the systems facilitate successful implementation of these programs as well as track progress towards achieving improved outcomes in child abuse and neglect, child health and development, parenting, and maternal life course. Illustrations of a few key reports and analyses are presented and recommendations for ongoing improvement to these systems are offered.