A Guide To Implementing Family First

Child Welfare Information Gateway

To help agencies implement Family First, The Children’s Defense Fund released Implementing the Family First Prevention Services Act, a guide developed by a coalition of organizations to offer clear information about the provisions of the law and the congressional intent behind it. This episode shares insight on how states and jurisdictions should use the guide, common misperceptions about implementing Family First, how guidance was developed and agreed upon, and how the guide will remain relevant over time.