Together, the Voice
2027 Call for Papers
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Assessment Best Practices for Youth who have Engaged in Sexually Harmful Behaviors
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Position Papers
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With these papers we seek to share best practices in order to improve options and advocate for the clinical needs of children, adolescents, and families.
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The Association of Children’s Residential & Community Services
We provide a network of learning and support, and advocate for quality residential and community interventions for children. We are dedicated to being a powerful international voice for best practices and innovation in our field.
Our Mission
ACRC provides a powerful voice for quality residential and community interventions through relationships, leadership, advocacy, and the promotion of innovative treatment and best practices.
Our Vision
ACRC envisions youth and families thriving in their homes and communities with uncompromised access to high-quality residential and community-based interventions in a robust continuum of care.
BBI’s Foundational Pillars
As ACRC’s technical assistance arm Building Bridges Initiative provides tools to support your work with the Building Bridges foundational pillars to implement best practices. To learn more, click on the following links.
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“Transforming Residential Interventions: Practical Strategies and Future Directions” and “Residential Interventions for Children, Adolescents, and Families: A Best Practice Guide” are available for purchase. Thank you for supporting our endevours, enjoy a 20% off discount with code FLR40 at checkout!
Members Who Lead
As a member, you’ll receive support, training, and information to strengthen your impact. Sign up for information about cutting-edge best practices and a broad international network of resources to help you better serve children, youth and families.