Signs of Safety Research Evaluation of MTM's Signs of Safety Pilots Evaluation report 15 Oct 2020 Average rating (0) Rate this resource Language English The evaluation used a multi-method approach that included a deep dive into 5 of the 9 pilots, a staff survey, an examination of assessments that had been conducted, a contrast study examining practice in 2 SofS and 2 non-SofS children’s service departments (CSDs), an examination of plans and profiles, and an analysis of national outcomes data at LA level, including an individual-level difference-in- differences (DiD) analysis. The central questions that the evaluation was commissioned to examine were on: • implementation and fidelity • effectiveness and outcomes in relation to: • workforce outcomes • quality and duration of assessments • outcomes for children/families in terms of the likelihood of cases being rereferred and of the use of kinship placements rather than out-of-family placements • cost benefits Comment: Are you sure you want to delete the comment? Are you sure you want to approve this comment? Are you sure you want to reject this comment? Your comments have been submitted for approval. You will be notified via email when they are approved. Last updated Monday, 24 May 2021 10:42:04 PM