How can workers in family services best support family autonomy?

Supporting family autonomy involves empowering families to make their own decisions and shaping their own paths. Encouraging families to choose their goals aligns with this principle of autonomy, as it recognizes that families have unique needs, values, and aspirations. When workers facilitate a process where families identify and pursue their own goals, they promote independence and self-efficacy, allowing families to take ownership of their circumstances and futures.

In contrast, other options such as providing continual oversight or managing family interactions may create dependency or restrict families' ability to make their own decisions. Offering a fixed set of methods does not consider the individuality of each family, potentially leading to a one-size-fits-all approach that disregards their autonomy and unique situations. Therefore, promoting families' choice in goal setting is the most effective way to support their independence and empower them in the context of family services.