Social Welfare: Politics and Public Policy : with Research NavigatorPearson/Allyn and Bacon, 2007 - 562 pagine Social Welfare: Politics and Public Policy is the most comprehensive and easy-to-understand introduction to the social welfare system and social welfare policy. This is a leading text in social welfare policy in departments of social work, political science, administration and government, and is also used in some departments of sociology. DiNitto focuses on the political aspects of policymaking; she describes the major social welfare programs, including public assistance, Social Security, disability, health insurance, and more. She also addresses racism, sexism, gay rights, and immigration in the context of social welfare policies and programs. Additionally, it includes new and updated information on welfare reform (TANF), food stamps, managed care, disability, aging, the latest figures on poverty, and the latest information on job training and employment. A full range of supplements includes an Instructor's Manual/Test Bank and a Computerized Test Bank. Student supplements include an Online Study Guide. |
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... child . Research suggests that children who have a positive relationship with their father do better in school , develop better social skills , have fewer behavior problems , and use alcohol ... Child Support Orders and Payment Collection.
... support amount is determined for each child and is apportioned be- tween the parents . If the parents have additional income , a percentage of it is also al- located to the children . Massachusetts and the District of Columbia use ...
... child support collections , and 330,000 families were able to leave TANF . States must continue Medicaid coverage for four calendar months after the family leaves TANF if there is no medical support award or if it is not in force . Does ...
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Foreword | xi |
Preface Ixi | lxi |
The Public and Social Welfare | 19 |
Copyright | |
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