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Fragile Families, Fragile Solutions: A History of Supportive Services for Families in Poverty

Contributor(s): Halpern, Robert (Author)

ISBN: 9780231106672

Publisher: Columbia University Press

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Pub Date: September 25, 1998

Dewey: 362

LCCN: 98-16738

Lexile Code: 0000

Target Age Group: NA to NA

Physical Info: 0.67" H x 9.00" L x 6.00" W ( 0.97 lbs) 312 pages

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This book presents a historical perspective on one of the central components of the U.S. social welfare network--family services--and provides a unique look at the advances this service network has achieved, problems it has confronted, and how it is likely to develop in the future.

Review Quotes: Richly detailed, strong in its historical and contemporary analysis and a joy to read, "Fragile Families, Fragile Solutions" is an essential volume for all whose interest is in family and childrens services policy, research, and practice.

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