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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... problems in social welfare are not problems of organization , administration , or service delivery . Rather , they involve po- litical conflicts over the nature and causes of poverty and inequality , the role of gov- ernment in society ...
... problems that led families to welfare remain as barriers to work for TANF re- cipients . Healthcare problems ; lack of education and skills ; mental illness , substance abuse , and other disabilities ; and child care and transportation ...
... problems , how to identify the number in need , how to determine the services best suited to remedying these problems , and assuring that those in need have access to services . Defining the Problems Mental health professionals have ...
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Foreword | xi |
Preface Ixi | lxi |
The Public and Social Welfare | 19 |
Copyright | |
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