How to examine the individualized family service plan process: Preliminary findings and a procedural guide

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Focus groups arc a useful method for exploring research and program evaluation/development issues related to implementation of individualized family service plans (IFSPs). This article describes the methodology and preliminary findings of a study examining the IFSP process with focus groups. A procedural guide for conducting such groups in specific settings is provided. Through the conduct of such discussion groups in specific settings, staff and consumer attitudes, feelings, and conflicts with the IFSP process can be assessed. A better understanding of what is actually happening in a program and how people feel about the IFSP process will provide the necessary information to change a program for the better.

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