Examining the Individualized Family Service Plan Process
- 1 April 1990
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Topics in Early Childhood Special Education
- Vol. 10 (1) , 78-99
- https://doi.org/10.1177/027112149001000107
Abstract
Early childhood intervention specialists need information on practices and procedures that are both helpful and positively perceived by both families and practitioners. This study used nine consumer focus groups to determine preferences for practices. The researchers share principles for early intervention services, preferences for identification of family strengths and needs, and the outcomes that are most desired from program services. These findings suggest a need to rethink how we deliver services and interact with family members.Keywords
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