Family Group Decision Making Consultation & Training

Family Service Rochester is a recognized leader in Family Group Decision Making (FGDM), helping child welfare agencies strengthen family engagement and create meaningful opportunities for families to participate in decisions affecting their children.

Drawing on years of experience coordinating, facilitating, and implementing FGDM practices, we provide consultation, coaching, and customized training for counties and organizations seeking to enhance family-centered practice. Our services include implementation support, facilitator development, policy and practice consultation, quality assurance guidance, and strategies for increasing family voice and participation.

Whether your county is launching a new FGDM program or strengthening an existing model, our team can help build the skills, systems, and partnerships needed to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.

Services Available

• FGDM implementation consultation
• Facilitator and coordinator training
• Advanced practice coaching
• Program development and evaluation support
• Family engagement strategies
• Child welfare and cross-system collaboration training

Partner with us to build stronger family-centered decision-making practices that empower families and improve outcomes for children.