Goal Planning Strategies (GPS)

Specific and Clear

Does the goal direct the planning process and provide important information about the final outcome?

Measurable

Does the goal define what success looks like and hot to track progress?

Achievable

Does the goal ensure that the caregiver has needed resources and supports?

Realistic

Does the goal take into consideration competing priorities, circumstances, stressors, and demands?

Time Bound

Does the mother have an estimate as to when she will achieve the goal?

Who is the goal for?

Is the goal for the caregiver, child, family, etc.?

What is the motivation for the goal?

What type of goal is it?

Is the goal:

What size is the goal?

Is the goal small, medium, or large?

What can the goal be achieved?

Is this a short-term goal or a long-term goal?

The best goals are specific, important, moderately difficult, and achievable.