Increasing length of service

Key insight - we have adjusted the length of service provision to better align with the needs of families.

CFSS data from 2023 – 2024 and 2024 – 2025 shows a notable increase in service episodes lasting longer than six months within IFS.

The median length of service has increased from 29.7 weeks (in 2023 – 2024) to 34.3 weeks (in 2024 – 2025). This represents a 15% increase.¹

This reflects a growing recognition that families experiencing higher levels of risk often require extended support.

Reference list

1. CFSS Data (2025), Analysed by EIRD, Child and Family Support, Department of Human Services, South Australian Government.