Redefining family support
Subtitle: innovations in public-private partnerships
By: edited by George H.S. Singer, Laurie E. Powers, and Ardis L. Olson ; [foreword by Tom Harkin].
Contributors: Singer, George H. S.; Powers, Laurie.; Olson, Ardis L.
Series: Family, community & disability
Publisher: Paul H. Brookes Pub. Co.
Published: 1996
Place of publication: Baltimore
Language: eng
Number of pages: 477
Subjects: People with disabilities -- Home care -- United States.; People with disabilities -- United States -- Family relationships.; Caregivers -- United States -- Psychology.; Public-private sector cooperation -- United States.
Description: Written by leading researchers and advocates working with people with developmental disabilities, chronic illness, acquired brain injury, mental illness, emotional or behavior problems, Alzheimer's disease, or physical disabilities, Redefining Family Support outlines creative and versatile programs and funding options for addressing the diverse needs of families.

Solid recommendations that are responsive to a family's unique blend of resources, priorities, and cultural values help advocates of caregiving families and graduate students preparing for human services careers build networks of family support. Here is a thought-provoking, critical analysis of the current family support system that identifies the policy and practice changes needed to bolster family well-being and foster individual growth.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.