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: At the end of the session, summarize both needs and strengths to help the family see the total picture, and allow them to adjust any ratings if they feel a detail was missed.

Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths – New York 0-5 - OCFS 0 (5).mp4

: Use empathetic listening (smiling, nodding, maintaining eye contact) to build rapport with the caregiver. : At the end of the session, summarize

: It is a standardized tool used by Health Homes and other service providers to ensure a consistent, strength-based approach. You can find official documentation and the most

You can find official documentation and the most current reference guides on the New York State Department of Health website or the OCFS Reference Guide (PDF) .

: The tool typically evaluates several domains, including Behavioral/Emotional Needs, Life Functioning, Risk Behaviors, and Caregiver Resources.