Citation

Hardin M. Child. Youth Serv. Rev. 1985; 7(2-3): 161-172.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1985, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/0190-7409(85)90022-2

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Three forms of case review for children in foster care are now widely used throughout the United States, either singly or in combination: (a) administrative, (b) citizen, and (c) judicial review. Each has peculiar advantages and pitfalls and requires different types of resources, policies, and organization. Each can be successful or counterproductive, depending upon how well it is designed and implemented. Selecting and implementing a review system requires an understanding of local needs and problems, of the advantages of each type of system, and of what is needed to make the system work effectively. The three types of review are compared, and suggestions are made concerning what is needed for each to work well.