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Child Protective Services in North Carolina: Investigations <br /> FAMILY ASSESSMENTS INVESTIGATIVE <br /> Scheduled initial contact ASSESSMENTS <br /> ORANGE COUNTY <br /> DEPARTMENT OF <br /> SOCIAL SERVICES <br /> Family-centered approach Unannounced initial contact <br /> Case decision is whether the All family members interviewed <br /> family needs Ongoing CPS separately <br /> Services to address identified ALL ASSESSMENTS Case decision is to substantiate <br /> concerns Initial&ongoing assessment of child safety or unsubstantiate maltreatment <br /> (safety plans) <br /> Assessment of risk for future maltreatment <br /> Global assessment of family strengths and <br /> needs <br /> Possible need for Child Medical Exams/ In-depth <br /> Evaluations <br /> Contact with providers working with the families <br /> Contact with collaterals (family/friends) provided <br /> by family <br /> Referrals for services to address identified needs <br /> Review of CPS history, criminal history, 911 calls <br /> I • � <br />