Shaping Human Services Policy and Practice

Since 1976 the Human Services Research Institute has provided consultation and conducted research efforts at both the state and federal levels in the following focus areas:

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National Core Indicators

The National Core Indicators is a collaborative effort to develop a systematic approach to performance and outcome measurement for Developmental Disabilities Services.
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- More About The Focus Area: Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities
The Riot!

The Riot! - A quarterly international e-newsletter written by and for self-advocates. It's edgy, fun, informative and promotes strong self-advocacy.
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- More About The Topic: Self Advocacy
Data Analysis Coordination and Consolidation Center (DACCC)

In 2007, HSRI was awarded the Data Analysis Coordination and Consolidation Center (DACCC), a five year contract by SAMHSA’s Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP).
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- More About The Focus Area: Substance Use
Evaluation of Ohio Differential Response

With funding from the U.S. Children’s Bureau, HSRI is conducting a three-year evaluation of a Differential Response Initiative in Ohio, a best-practices approach to serving families reported for child abuse or neglect. The evaluation uses a randomized control design to examine the impact of DR on child welfare outcomes in six Ohio counties.
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- More About The Focus Area: Child and Family Services