Laughing Through The Struggles

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Beth and George

10 March 2025

1h 7m 18s

There is a meeting for that.......

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In this episode, hosts Beth and George delve into the intricacies of child and family team meetings (CFTMs) and their crucial role in child welfare. They discuss the importance of inviting the right people to the table, including families, natural supports, and formal resources, to ensure comprehensive support for children. The hosts also lament the challenges faced by social workers due to tracking overload and inconsistency in meeting practices. Despite these hurdles, they emphasize the potential of CFTMs to drive case success when implemented correctly, making a case for quality over quantity in social work processes.