Center for Human Services Research
The Center for Human Services Research (CHSR) is located within the School of Social Welfare at the University at Albany, State University of New York. CHSR has over 25 years of experience conducting evaluation research, designing information systems, and informing policy and program development for a broad spectrum of agencies that serve vulnerable populations. CHSR areas of inquiry cover a wide range of topics including Education and Early Childhood Development, Children and Family Services, Health Care Services, Behavorial Health, Economic and Community Development and Criminal Justice/JuvenileJustice/Youth Development. Characteristic of all CHSR's studies is a focus on rigorous methods, strong stakeholder involvement, and the dissemination of timely, accurate and non-partisan information to guide best practices in service delivery.
CHSR Research Scientists Dr. Lauren Polvere and Dr. Camille Barnes presented findings on the Grandparent Housing study at the 2018 Beyond Housing Conference in NYC. |
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Evaluation & Research
CHSR uses multiple research methods that are the most appropriate for the research areas of inquiry and populations being studied.
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Systems & Software Development
CHSR designs customized computer information solutions to meet the programmatic, administrative, and evaluation needs of human service providers and government agencies.
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Program Development
CHSR works with service providers to develop logic models, performance targets, and assist in preparing grant applications.
