Crisis evaluation definition
Crisis evaluation means the process used with an individual to collect information related to the individual’s history and needs, strengths, and abilities in order to determine appropriate services or referral during an acute crisis episode.
Crisis evaluation means a comprehensive assessment by the Clinician to evaluate the seriousness of the mental health crisis based on the child’s functioning and risk to self and others and the family/caregiver’s potential, skill level and capacity, with appropriate supports, to manage the behaviors that put the child at risk.