Chapin Hall

Report

Building Quality Linked Data Sources Can Help Develop Evidence for Policy

There is strong interest in using linked human services administrative data to inform policy and research, from the public sector and academia alike.

2019

Report

Evaluation of Neighborhood Library Redesign Showed Significant Usability Improvements

This report documents usability improvements at the Free Library of Philadelphia to physically and programmatically transform the libraries.

2019

Report

Trauma a Contributing Factor to Youth Moving From Child Welfare System to Juvenile Justice System

This study explores the role of trauma, child welfare involvement, and other factors among youth who crossed over from the child welfare system into the...

2018

Project

Youth Data Collaborative Helps Systems Work Together

The Chapin Hall Collaborative for Youth Support Service Providers builds the capacity of youth service organizations to use data reflectively and effectively to...

September 27, 2018

Project

Expanding Trauma-Informed Care

A national collaborative, funded by the U.S. Dept. of Justice, works to reduce the long-term impact of trauma on children.

July 24, 2018

Project

Mitigating Toxic Stress

Toxic stress can threaten children's long-term well-being, with significant costs to our nation’s health and communities. Pediatric primary care clinics are...

July 12, 2018

Project

Juvenile Courts

Courts around the country drive much of the public’s action on behalf of children who may have been or who are at risk of maltreatment. Chapin Hall has studied...

March 19, 2018

Report

What Makes the Becoming a Man Program Successful?

This qualitative study looks at the Becoming a Man (BAM) program, an in-school group-process intervention designed to help young men navigate difficult...

2016

Report

Connecting At-Risk Youth to Promising Occupations

Many at-risk youth may need tailored learning programs and additional support, including housing and health services, to succeed.

2013

Report

Illinois Children Cared for by Grandparents Face Behavioral, Emotional Health Challenges

In this unique study of grandparent-caregiver families, more than two-thirds of grandchildren exhibited symptoms of depression and emotional or behavior...

2006

Report

The Role of After-School Programs in Children’s Literacy Development

This study looks at the potential of after-school programs to foster literacy among low-income children. 

2002