This guidebook provides information, exercises, and self-assessment instruments for training elderly people about the theory and practice of child care and development so that they can become caregivers in their homes or in community centers. The guide's eight units cover: (1) physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development; (2)…

Highlighting the specific as well as common characteristics of different types of parents, this volume, the third of five volumes on parenting, deals specifically with parental status and the social conditions of parenting. The volume consists of 20 chapters as follows: (1) "Mothering" (Kathryn E. Barnard and JoAnne E. Solchany); (2)…

A central component of the Children Act 1989 in Great Britain is sponsored care, the purchase by local authorities of places for individual children in voluntary and private day care facilities. The book details a study examining how private and voluntary day care services such as childminders, preschools, and day nurseries are used by local…

Cites examples of the difficulties of parent partnerships for child care teachers and presents suggestions for creating successful relationships between parent and child care worker. Suggests that an understanding of parental roles and insecurities, teacher insecurities, and predictably difficult issues can assist new teachers in creating…

Discusses using peer support to deal with role ambiguity and role conflict for early care and education directors. Examines causes of role conflict development. Suggests developing a support system with other incumbents of boundary jobs that provides for sharing, communicating, listening, letting off steam, and joining together to initiate…

Purpose: We developed manual-guided, replicable interventions based on common needs and cultural preferences of White and African American family caregivers (CGs) of individuals with dementia, and we evaluated these interventions after a 6-month follow-up. Design and Methods: We randomly assigned White (n = 70) and African American (n = 48) CGs of…

In 1993, Bolivia was selected as a site to pilot an interactive radio instruction (IRI) project that would provide practical support to adult caregivers and children around early childhood development. Through linkages with health and education networks, PIDI (Programa Integral de Desarrollo Infantil) provided young children under the age of six…

In his opening statement at this hearing, committee chairman Senator Joseph Biden mentioned the National Child Protection Act of 1991; praised Oprah Winfrey's efforts to support programs and legislation to prevent sexual abuse of children; presented data on the incidence of sexual abuse of children in the home and in day care centers; and…

This guide has been designed to furnish child care providers with information on what to look for when designing a liability insurance package and on the types of insurance policies available. It is intended to serve as a tool for those who need help developing and selecting child care insurance, and for those assessing whether their current…

This paper discusses the activities of the National School-Age Child Care Alliance (NSACCA). A definition of school-age child care is followed by a discussion of the purpose of the NSACCA, which is to advocate and support the development and expansion of quality, affordable, and accessible child care for school-age children. The information…

This guide discusses the involvement of religious congregations in family child care. Topics include: (1) definitions of family child care and family child care providers; (2) the importance and benefits of family child care; (3) reasons why congregations should be interested in child care and choose child care ministries; (4) the role of churches…

This guide was written to provide elementary school teachers, parents and other caregivers of children up to the age of 10 with practical suggestions for creating a supportive, bias-free learning environment in the classroom or at home. The main focus of the book is on ethnic differences. Chapter 1 discusses why it is important to help children…

This kit is intended to help family day care providers educate the general public about who providers are, what they do, and the importance of what they do. Among the materials in the kit are a marketing tip sheet that lists steps day care providers can take to market their program; steps they can take to improve the image of family day care in…

This document describes the Non-Technical Medical Care (NTMC) program, a personal care service offered by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services to eligible persons in their own homes. These NTMC program goals are listed: to provide personal care services to frail elderly and disabled persons, allowing them to remain in their homes; and to…

This booklet is designed to assist those who are responsible for coordinating and monitoring from a distance the care of an aging relative. It provides help in identifying problem areas and possible resources for support. It also provides information about creating a network of assistance that includes family, friends, neighbors, and social…