Frequently Asked Questions
External Systems
Q: Is the Foster Care Eligibility Determination (FCED) Interface sending information from CWS-CARES into CalSAWS, or just from CalSAWS into CWS-CARES?
A: In general, this interface is bidirectional, meaning information will be flowing both ways. CWS-CARES will send certain information to CalSAWS, and CalSAWS will send certain information to CWS-CARES. For Assistance Payments specifically, the flow of information is strictly from CalSAWS to CWS-CARES.
Q: When was the Family Finding module added?
A: The Binti Family Finding module was part of the original scope for Binti data conversion, it was not added later on.
Q: Is it important to ensure all children in Binti have a Client ID?
A: Yes. Client IDs are essential for forming the correct relationships during conversion. The Project will share which counties have missing Client IDs.
Q: How can counties access the Readiness Checklist (Asana)?
A: To access the Readiness Checklist in Asana, please contact your respective Implementation Lead (IL).
Q: With CWS-CARES no longer generating User IDs, will SDM and SafeMeasures be modified to accommodate no usernames, or will we be entering emails instead? How will users log into SDM and Safe Measures?
A: CWS-CARES will have a data interface to SDM and SafeMeasures will use the user's email address to connect to these systems.
Q: Will Production Simulation be canceled if the project does not receive federal approval?
A: The State intends to utilize state funds in order to proceed with Production Simulation and is not dependent on federal approval.
Q: Are all the functions of the Binti Family Finding module session (3/26/26) available for CWS-CARES V1 Family Finding functionality?
A: Yes, all the functions of Binti Family Finding are in CWS-CARES V1. Process documentation for CWS-CARES V1 Family Finding functionality is anticipated to be available in the online training tool Enablement, with Production Simulation.
Q: Is Binti Family Finding functionality part of CWS-CARES scope?
A: Yes, the Binti Family Finding module is in scope and part of CWS-CARES data conversion effort.
Q: Is the data in the Production Simulation mock data or actual data from Binti and CWS/CMS?
A: The data in Production Simulation will consist of data brought over from Binti and CWS/CMS.
Q: Should RFA Social Workers attend the Binti Biweekly County Coordination meetings?
A: Yes. These meetings are open, there is no limit on participants, and counties are encouraged to include staff who would benefit.