DOES THE COMMUNITIES THAT CARE INITIATIVE MEAN SPS IS ABANDONING DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS?
No. Communities That Care supports and builds upon the use of developmental assets. “Developmental assets”–as developed by the Search Institute–are another name for the “protective factors” that buffer young people from risk. Many have observed that understanding the nature of developmental assets is not enough. CTCare adds a framework for understanding and addressing the role of risk factors. CTCare also brings a focused planning and accountability system to the work of promoting healthy development of young people.
