The Use of Safety and Risk Assessment in Child Protection Cases - Guam

Safety Assessment

This issue is not addressed in the statutes and regulations reviewed.

Safety Decisions and Safety Planning

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Risk Assessment

Citation: Ann. Code Tit. 19, § 13209

Upon receipt of each report of suspected child abuse or neglect, Child Protective Services shall commence within a reasonable time, but no later than 72 hours, an appropriate investigation. The investigation shall include a determination of the risk of such child or children if they continue to remain in the existing home environment as well as a determination of the nature, extent, and cause of any condition enumerated in the report.

Family Strengths and Needs Assessment to Determine Service Needs

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Ongoing Assessment to Evaluate Progress on the Service Plan

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Assessment for Reunification and/or Case Closure

This issue is not addressed in the statutes and regulations reviewed.