At this point the agency does have a limited budget to work with, hence spending related to group issues must be balanced with budgetary limitations. .

             Special challenges facing this group may include working with a diverse population including adults and children from varying cultural, racial, environmental and socio-economic backgrounds. The demographics of the community are also changing, suggesting that in the future the group will need to adapt and conform to meet the changing needs of members. .

             Type of Group Selected.

             Selecting the type of group for the DSS agency is just as important as assessing the appropriate intervention and support techniques necessary to facilitate group trust and success. For this agency the best group is a support and stabilization group for adults experiencing life crises, stress and lack of support in their lives, as all of these factors may contribute to child abuse and neglect. .

             In addition a secondary group providing support to abused children may also be applicable, this group would also include support and stabilization. Such a group will not only serve to support the innate capabilities of members but also support parents or other family members in danger of deterioration and help members develop coping skills aside from abuse and neglect (Garland, 1989). This group can also allow members to express their feelings, share experiences and become educated regarding alternative modes of interacting aside from abusive relationships. .

             Steps To Get Group Started.

             The first steps to get the group started must include education and information above all else (Garland, 1989). Community members must be specifically informed as to the intent, objectives and composition of the group. It is vital that an exact statement be provided community members and staff members interested in helping with the group. Hence the facilitator must describe the group as 'supportive' in nature and targeted toward abused children and family members in danger of deterioration and neglect.