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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... public - service employment . Prime sponsor local governments contracted with private community - based organizations ( CBOs ) to help recruit poor and minority trainees , provide initial classroom training , and place individuals in public ...
... public sector was not providing needed services ( such as rape crisis or substance abuse services ) or it was not sensitive to the concerns of particular clien- tele ( such as African Americans , women , or lesbians and gay men ) . One ...
... sector . For example , public mental health services may offer housing , child care , and other supportive services for clients and their families at low or no cost that the private sector may not offer at all , even if one can afford ...
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Foreword | xi |
Preface Ixi | lxi |
The Public and Social Welfare | 19 |
Copyright | |
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