1Implementation path

A staged rollout

A staged rollout that respects existing systems while creating a clear accountability layer for residential safety.

Phase one

Founding charter and pilot sites

Establish the CRAS charter, recruit founding coalition members, and select pilot residential programs for early oversight.

  • Draft and ratify charter and standards
  • Secure tribal and resident representation
  • Launch pilot reporting and review process

Phase two

Statewide expansion

Extend CRAS oversight to additional programs, refine tools and training, and publish regular accountability summaries.

  • Train program staff on CRAS standards
  • Integrate data with existing systems
  • Issue quarterly public reports

Phase three

Continuous improvement

Use CRAS data to adjust standards, inform policy, and support programs that are willing to improve resident safety practices.

  • Annual standards review with residents
  • Policy recommendations to state partners
  • Support pathways for corrective programs

Pilot participation is open to programs ready to be measured

Founding pilot sites receive the full standards package, a scheduled review calendar, and named coalition contacts for corrective action support. Participation requires signing the accountability charter and agreeing to publish findings summaries.

Coalition partners signing charter documents at a plain table