FAQs
Outdated Technology: The current Social Services Information Systems platform is old, difficult to maintain, and does not support modern casework needs.
Federal Alignment: All states are required to maintain Comprehensive Child Welfare Information Systems that follow federal rules.
Improved Services for Families: A modern system will give caseworkers better tools, improve data quality, and strengthen support for children and families.
Sustainability and Efficiency: Modern technology will make it easier to share information and reduce duplicative work.
What is the DCYF Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System project?
We are building a modern Child Welfare Information System to replace SSIS, reducing administrative burden, improving data quality, and giving case workers more time to serve children, youth, and families.
Why is the Child Welfare Information System Project important?
Why modernize the Child Welfare Information System?
How can I learn more?
Please make sure you are signed up for our newsletter so you can receive regular updates on progress and how can you help us evaluate it. Check this site, EngagementHQ often, as it will be our main location to provide updates, solicit your input and conduct interactive sessions. We will also be working closely with the SSIS Mentor/Coordinator group and supervisors to keep them informed of our progress.