Building and Evaluating Family Support Initiatives: A National Study of Programs for Persons With Developmental Disabilities
by Carl J. Dunst, Carol M. Trivette, A. Lauren Starnes
Category: Social Science

"This enlightening reference details the results of an extensive national study of federal and local policies and practices for the families of persons with disabilities. Beginning with a description of the key elements of family support initiatives and the characteristics of support programs, this probing text defines the goal of family support initiatives and explores how the relationship between beliefs and practices effects the achievement of that goal" -- Back cover.