This text meets the growing need for readers to learn how to interact with people who are different from them. The combination of the most up-to-date research and the expertise of seasoned professionals make this insightful text a strong foundation for preparing students to work comfortably with all people. Encourages readers to examine and appreciate the differences that exist because of diversity from race, language, ethnicity, age and socio-economic levels. Includes the most recent human and family developmental research. Examines ethnic and structural diversity in U.S. families. For readers interested in the role of parents in early childhood.

Product Description: This text provides a comprehensive approach to generalist practice with diverse families using an integreated ecosystems and strengths-based approach. It includes schemas for developing family and subsystem social histories and case examples for working with diverse families.

Designed to provide in-depth guidelines for the most effective interventions in Family Violence, the volume explains the procedures used in a number of innovative programs. Highlighted by explicit and often dramatic case material, the editor points to the need for therapeutic attention to all family members. The reader will also find the implications for practice gleaned from the latest research on battered women. Completely revised and updated, this volume focuses on short-term treatment and intervention, as well as working with special populations that include multicultural groups and oppressed/vulnerable populations. Dr. Roberts also addresses domestic violence in health care settings. Any practitioner in the field of domestic violence-experienced or in training should consider this essential reading.

Product Description: The reference used for 28 years by professionals helping at-risk children, youth and their families. Over 46,000 listings including: social services, child abuse protection, health/mental health services, substance abuse, juvenile justice/probation, treatment centers, educational services, national organization, federal and state government services...read more

Product Description: A brother or sister is usually the first close friend and playmate a child has and when that child has a disability, the sibling relationship takes on new meaning and importance. In the third edition of this classic resource, families and professionals will deepen their understanding of sibling relationships and learn how to support positive, lifelong bonds between brothers and sisters...read more

Product Description: In the seventh edition of this perennial favorite guide, renowned  travel writing team Harry Basch and Shirley Slater offers updates on their favorite RV trips around the U.S., including scenic routes along Virginia's Skyline Drive and the New England coast, plus jaunts through the Heart of the Heartlands (Indiana, Iowa and Illinois) and to Alaska via Canada...read more

Family Child Care Contracts & Policies gives you the tools you need to establish and enforce contracts and policies, build trust between provider and parent, and demonstrate provider professionalism. Family Child Care Contracts & Policies explains: How to establish good business relationships with parents What to look for before signing contracts with parents What to include in your contracts and policies How to prevent conflicts with parents When and how to end a contract New to the second edition: How to get paid in advance How to raise your rates How to use small-claims court to enforce your contract How to avoid anti-trust violations when collecting and sharing information

Product Description: Prepare for work with families with FAMILY ASSESSMENT HANDBOOK: AN INTRODUCTORY PRACTICE GUIDE TO FAMILY ASSESSMENT! With a focus on how to do a family assessment for case intervention, this practical guide offers a step-by-step approach to family practice...read more

Product Description: In second edition, social work and mental health students and practitioners across the full spectrum of social service settings gain essential knowledge into cutting edge issues in the assessment and treatment of families from diverse cultural backgrounds...read more

Product Description: Family members' participation in the development of their children is critical if early intervention programs are to be effective. This book presents strategies to develop family support plans, understand famil y policy, set up family-centered catalytic consultations, and generall y teach families to be able to make the contributions necessary for th e success of the early intervention plan...read more

Product Description: An extensively revised version of the first edition, this text focuses on the practical foundational knowledge required to practice social work effectively in the complex and fast-changing world of services to children and their families...read more

Product Description: Already a comprehensive introduction to community and individual and group child and family welfare policies and practice in the United States, the Seventh Edition of Child Welfare and Family Services by Susan Whitelaw Downs, Ernestine Moore, Emily Jean McFadden, Susan Michaud, and Lela B...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Meeting the needs of children at the same time as promoting family life is more than a question of resources: it needs a culture change in social services - a rediscovery and a modernization of the social action and community development traditions in social work. In this text the authors argue that ways must be found to work together to promote environments in which children can flourish, and to develop forms of public life which are friendly to children and their parents. Recent changes in child care systems have put more pressures on those working in it. Social workers are open to public scrutiny and are expected to make provision for problems arising from areas of their clients' or services users' lives and to work in partnership with parents and with other professionals, and with community groups. The central aim of the text is to help those working in this field to find a more positive sense of direction and purpose.

Product Description: Domestic violence is a notoriously sensitive area of social work practice and social workers have been scapegoated by the media for their handling of certain cases. Despite the lack of skill and confidence, there is no basic text on domestic violence which specifically addresses the needs of social workers...read more

Interweaving the facts about two painful, real-life custody cases, a compelling study explores the tragedy of mistreated children caught up in these bitter custody battles and the state's decisions on how, when, and why to terminate a parent's rights. Reprint. 15,000 first printing. (view table of contents)

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Product Description: The latest work from respected family policy expert Shirley Zimmerman. Family Policy offers the only single-authored reference book to provide a comprehensive and coherent introduction to the topic. The author clearly and cogently guides students through the foundations, policy frameworks, and implications of policy decisions for family well-being, ending with a carefully considered set of conclusions and implications for policy practice...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: This Second Edition is a good source for those training to be home visitors, in-service home visitors, supervisors and directors of home visiting programs serving a wide range of families. Recent evaluations of home visiting are summarized and practical suggestions for evaluating local programs are also included...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: This volume has been developed by Gerry Heery through his independent work in this area. It is intended for those men who are beginning to realise that they have a problem with their behaviour and who are motivated to engage in a challenging programme of change...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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