What’s Next?

Upon receiving a referral for SAIF (Stop Abuse for Individuals & Families) programming, Restorative Services uses a screening process to assess eligibility criteria. Once the referral is processed, staff will contact the client directly to schedule an Intimate Partner Domestic Violence Risk Assessment. This assessment is grounded in evidence-based and actuarial principles and provides a comprehensive evaluation of the client’s risk for repeated domestic incidents.

The assessment assigns a risk score ranging from 0 to 13, placing clients into one of seven risk categories. A score of 0 indicates the lowest level of risk, while a score of 7 or higher reflects a higher level of risk for re-assault. This structured approach helps ensure that recommendations are informed and appropriate to each individual’s situation.

Following completion of the risk assessment, results and treatment recommendations are shared with the referring agency. Based on the assessment, clients are identified as Level I or Level II risk, and corresponding program recommendations are outlined below.

Restorative Services is committed to a thoughtful, data-informed assessment process that supports appropriate recommendations and promotes safer, healthier relationships.