Based on the population served by Children's Services, namely families and children in the community, I believe that our agency has achieved its intended goals for the ProtectOHIO Family Team Meeting process. Although there are still aspects of the model that still need to be fixed, I still feel like we have improved a lot over the past few years. At our agency, the ProtectOHIO family team meeting model is rooted in a set of principles and values. These principles and values ​​have been listed in our family team meeting rooms over the past 5 years to guide the curriculum, practices, services and supports conducted within this practice model. The principles are: we strive to achieve positive outcomes for children and families; we advocate for the safety, permanency and well-being of every child; and we seek to preserve and empower families and respect their dignity. Families know their history better and can recognize their own strengths and concerns. Families have the right to be part of the decision-making team. When families participate in the decision-making process and have a voice, they are more likely to participate in services designed to keep the family together. The best place for children to grow up is in their own family, with a strong community support system. When immediate family is not available or appropriate, extended family and community resources can provide the best care and protection for the child. Families want and benefit from strong community support. We recognize the importance of providing efficient and timely services. We aspire to be culturally competent. We honor each child’s family and culture. Families, communities and government share responsibility for keeping children safe. ...... middle of paper ...... and gives hope while motivating the family. The family-centered approach is planning and decision-making. Reliance on Family expertise, selection of team and resources. The strengths-based approach builds on and complements the family's strengths, problem-solving history, natural resources, abilities, and good efforts. Works Cited Karger, HJ and Stoesz, D. (2014) American Social Welfare Policy: A Pluralist Approach. 7th edition. Pearson.Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. (nd). Office of Families and Children - ProtectOhio. ProtectOhio Interim Assessment Report. Retrieved from http://jfs.ohio.gov/ocf/pohio.stm#year1Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. (nd). Office of Families and Children - ProtectOhio. Chapter 3: Family Team Meetings. Retrieved from http://jfs.ohio.gov/ocf/pohioyr5/ProtectOHIO20042009FinalEvaluationReportChapter3.p df