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Tables of Contents for Reaching Out to Children and Families
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Foreword
xi
Ed Zlotkowski
Preface
xv
Acknowledgments
xxi
Introduction
xxiii
Part I: Beginnings
How Do I Get Started? Getting Organized for Community Service and Learning
3
14
While You Are Getting Ready: Community Service and Learning in Context
17
8
What in the World Am I Doing Here? The First Visits
25
18
Part II: Intermediate Issues
Looking in the Mirror: Images of the Self, the Hero, and the Mutual Learner
43
18
Is It Getting Better Yet? Building Trust and Nurturing Relationships
61
20
What Should I Do Now? Addressing Issues, Behavior, and Limits
81
20
To Touch or Not to Touch? Affection and Gender-Related Issues
101
12
The Melting Pot and the Vegetable Stew: Multicultural Issues
113
34
Expanding Horizons: Working with Individuals Who Have Special Needs
147
12
Did She Really Say That? Shocking Statements and Other Traumas
159
22
Part III: Endings
Is It Time to Say Good-Bye? Arranging Successful Closure
181
14
Afterword: Reviewing the Community Service and Learning Adjustment Process
195
2
Appendix A: Sample Journal Reflection Questions
197
4
Appendix B: Methods
201
2
Appendix C: Guidelines Regarding Privacy and Confidentiality
203
2
Appendix D: Sample Introductory Letter to Agency
205
2
Appendix E: General Guidelines for Working with Children and Families
207
4
Appendix F: Collectivistic Practices and Approaches
211
2
Appendix G: Sample Placement Supervisor Evaluation of Worker
213
2
Appendix H: Sample of Site Policy on Child Neglect and Abuse Reports
215
2
Notes
217
4
References
221
12
Index
233
10
About the Author
243