This guide is intended to assist developers and providers of programs for single parents and homemakers. The first section discusses the special needs of single parents and homemakers, the provisions of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act of 1984, and Ohio's single parent and homemaker projects. Section 2 covers the the following aspects of accountability: eligibility requirements, state-required accountability, and local accountability. The third section deals with the following aspects of networking: internal networking; linking internal and external networks; single parent/homemaker advisory committees; child care advisory committees; external networking for program and client support (Job Training Partnership Act, the human services system, Ohio's Fair Work Program, family day care homes, funding for special needs-vocational education); outreach and recruiting; and foundations and other resources. The concluding sections include strategies to address deterrents to participation in adult education, and various sample program materials and forms. (MN)