The annual target percentage for CAFAS scores demonstrating an improvement of 20 points or greater is 60%.  During the first reporting period of FY21, 75% or 6 of 8 cases demonstrated an improvement in CAFAS total score of 20 points or greater.  During the second reporting period of FY21, 100% or 9 of 9 cases demonstrated an improvement in CAFAS total score of 20 points or greater.  A total of 88% or 15 of 17 cases demonstrated an improvement in CAFAS total score of 20 points or greater.

Definition

The CAFAS or Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale is a tool for assessing the day-to-day functioning level of the client and changes that occur over time.  This performance measure tracks the treatment progress of children, youth, and young adults aged 5 - 18, when the total score on the initial pre-CAFAS assessment is 20 points or greater.  A higher CAFAS score indicates a more significant behavioral health concern or number of concerns across such domains as home, school, community, and behavior toward others.