NC's Community Based Programs' Database Management Project

Since 2000, faculty and staff affiliated with Appalachian State University have contracted with North Carolina's Division of Social Services to create and implement a web-based database and evaluation protocol. The database is used by family support and family resource center providers throughout the state, and by state and regional Division staff. In addition, the evaluation team also develops web-based information systems for the Division's Intensive Family Preservation Services Program, the Family Preservation Services Program, and the Reunification Program. This innovative project has resulted in improved evaluation of services to families across North Carolina. The data collected also has allowed the Division to report accurately and effectively services to legislators of North Carolina's General Assembly.

For more information, contact Principle Investigators Kellie Reed-Ashcraft or John Turner

Principle Investigator(s) Academic Department: Sociology and Social Work http://www.soc.appstate.edu/socialwork/community_data_project.htm