An eight-item cumulative measure of interorganizational relations is introduced and then evaluated within each of three hierarchical levels of 156 social service organizations. The analysis produces three distinct item orderings that correspond to the three hierarchical levels of state, multicounty district, and county. (Author)

Despite the frequency of the crime, victims of rape frequently prefer to remain silent and fail to take advantage of the services their communities may offer. In describing an effective rape-treatment program, the author suggests ways to overcome this reluctance. (Author)

Detailing the present socioeconomic status of Appalachia, this article presents relevant data on Appalachian job opportunities, economic growth, human services, natural resources, governmental structure, population growth, income, health care, education levels, housing, and community services. (JC)

In 1994, the Carnegie Corporation called for an action agenda to promote responsible parenthood, guarantee quality child care choice, ensure good health and protection, and mobilize communities to support young children and families. In 1996, the Corporation created the Starting Points grant program to encourage states and communities to address…

A key tool that is available to child welfare agencies is the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL), which has been used for several years in mental health settings. This book provides many examples of how the CBCL may be used in practice and research, including chapters that highlight different statistical techniques for analyzing data and presenting…

This booklet focuses on direct service work with parents and children, and explores how leaders and staff can use the reflective approaches of the Look, Listen, and Learn model to establish high-quality relationships with families. The booklet addresses the complex decisions that service staff face daily by presenting strategies for use in setting…

This issue of "Occasional Papers" is filled with stories by and about "strangers"--people of all ages who perceive themselves or have been perceived by others as outsiders either because of who they are, where they have come from, or even how recently they have arrived in this country. Successful educators know that the ability…

In December 1998, approximately 100 researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and other specialists in the field of fathers and families convened the Welfare Reform, Fathers, and Families Roundtable to explore the potential of enabling services for low-income, noncustodial fathers in the context of welfare reform and child support enforcement.…

An overview is provided of the basic elements of the nation's immigrant integration and immigration policies as they affect immigrant families. The focus is on two sets of reforms under consideration by Congress that would have far-reaching effects. One set of changes would curb legal immigrants' access to a wide array of public benefits. The…

To more fully document the experiences of low-income, noncustodial fathers and identify policy and practice changes that might help fathers build better connections to the workplace and their families, researchers interviewed fathers and the front-line workers who try to help them. Research occurred in Austin, Texas; Columbus, Ohio; Minneapolis,…

This paper explores the policy background, the arguments for collaboration between agencies, the barriers which may get in the way of schools and social services working together to safeguard children, and suggestions for how these can be removed. As well as drawing on policy documents and literature around child protection, education and…

This profile uniquely presents a variety of educational and socioeconomic information for Del Norte County, nearby counties, and the state. The profile highlights the relationship between various factors that affect the economic well-being of individuals and communities. This presentation of information provides a framework for enhanced…

This profile uniquely presents a variety of educational and socioeconomic information for Solano County, nearby counties, and the state. The profile highlights the relationship between various factors that affect the economic well-being of individuals and communities. The information provides a framework for enhanced communication and…

An estimated 40 percent of American adults claim an interest in further education, and among the remainder are a great many who would develop an interest if the facilities within their reach were to meet their personal needs. Six of the many possible organized ways of providing education for adults are described in this bulletin. Three of these…

The authors found that indefinite suspension from school results in negative feelings and behavior on the part of the child's family. Parents of referred children were less alienated. Recommendations for dealing with problem children and plans for future research are given. This paper was delivered at the 99th Annual Meeting of the National…