Round 4 Guide for Writing “No” Narratives and Rationale Statements

Round 4 of the CFSRs

Publication Date: November 15, 2022

Child and Family Services Reviews reviewers must complete short “No” Narratives and longer Rationale Statements as part of completing the Onsite Review Instrument and Instructions (OSRI) and rating its items and outcomes. This guide is recommended for use by reviewers to ensure that “No” Narratives and Rationale Statements succinctly and comprehensively provide the information required to support answers to OSRI questions.