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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... programs had serious ramifica- tions for some beneficiaries . Those who moved to another state might have been de- nied benefits because they did not meet eligibility requirements in their new state of residence or because they were ...
... programs into several block grants . His successor , George H. W. Bush , contin- ued this new federalism by allowing some states to experiment with reforms in AFDC and other programs , a practice expanded during the Clinton ...
... Program . More Nutrition Programs for Those in Need Child and Adult Care Food Program ( CACFP ) The CACFP provides meals and snacks year round to preschool children in day care facilities , children served in homeless shelters ...
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Foreword | xi |
Preface Ixi | lxi |
The Public and Social Welfare | 19 |
Copyright | |
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