DCF staff describe qualitative vs quantitative case reviews and sampling

Sep 8, 2026

Staff explained differences between record-read qualitative reviews and more intensive reviews that include interviews; they said some reviews (CFSR) interview parents, youth and providers and that interview information can alter case-level scoring.

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DCF staff distinguished review types and when each is applied. Rosemary and Fred explained that some internal reviews are record-read only (used for larger cohorts) while CFSR, administrative case reviews and special qualitative reviews include interviews with parents, youth, foster parents and providers.

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