Stamford DCF lawyers have seen generally two types of investigations. A Full Investigation is more comprehensive and is initiated in cases considered to be “high risk.” A Family Assessment Response (or “FAR”) is initiated in lower risk cases. In each of these investigations, DCF investigators are obligated to conduct one-on-one interviews with all family members in the home, educators, health care professionals, and possibly neighbors. After a Full DCF Investigation, the Department then renders a decision as to whether the allegations of neglect or abuse are substantiated by the evidence.