The CappsDATA process will soon be available to interested and qualifying human service organizations.

We are forming a nonprofit consortium with the mission of harnessing this power of technology to improve program services. CappsDATA will be admitting members to a consortium of service providers who have a shared interest in quality program services. Membership services include installation of the software, assessment of service options, and training on the software functions. Ongoing services include software updates, server management, and coordination of technical assistance. Consultation and resources will be available on-site, on-line, and/or by phone.

The CappsDATA software provides centralized support on a virtual private network accessible through the internet. This entails modularization of the functions into a 3-tier system which allows database support on a central server. Among other things, this eliminates the need for administration and service support to be at the same geographical point of service delivery. It also results in smaller and better modules for purposes of maintenance and distribution.

CappsDATA makes a virtual, web-based interdisciplinary team a reality. Internet access opens the door to a real-time exchange of information between service providers, family/guardians, social workers, schools, and other team members. Such access for external parties could serve important functions to government oversight services. It also enhances the use of the best external consultants in treatment.

Members will have access to an expanding base of experience which includes a shared database of client service programs and ideas. Members will also be part of a mission-directed organization committed to ongoing improvement of software functions and services. A substantial portion of the consortium resources will be dedicated to future research and development to meet members' needs.

Any organization which provides person-to-person services would be a candidate for consortium membership. Currently, the software is applied to a 24 hour residential service focusing on individualized program plans, consistent service delivery, rapid skill acquisition, and close monitoring of positive behavior support programs. The finger tip access to information, real-time data entry and automated reporting is useful in a variety of settings. Some other applications include early intervention programs, day programs, schools, and nursing homes.