This analysis and assessment identifies the resources and opportunities available in your community to meet the needs of children, youth, and families is paramount for proper community development. Focusing on the capabilities of the community, including its citizens, agencies, and organizations, this assessment provides a guide for encouraging and identifying services and solutions, while building partnerships that support and nurture the greater community.

Largely a result of surveys, feedback from community partners, and localized data gathering, assessments may be expanded to include focus group discussions, public meetings/community conversations, and interviews with key stakeholder groups.