The County as an Unit for an Organized Program of Child Caring and Protective Work (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Emma O. Lundberg

9780260040954: The County as an Unit for an Organized Program of Child Caring and Protective Work (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0260040959 ISBN 13: 9780260040954

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024

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How counties shape welfare and child protection across the states—and what it means for communities.

This book surveys county-level social work programs, showing how boards, agencies, and private groups collaborate to protect dependents and promote prevention. It highlights different models, funding setups, and the role of state departments in guiding local efforts.

The chapters frame what works in practice, from how counties assess needs and prevent wasteful aid to how juvenile and school-attendance laws intersect with welfare services. It includes concrete examples from several states, describing the challenges, reforms, and the visible impact on families and children.

Learn how county welfare boards, probation officers, and school-attendance officers coordinate with state departments.
See how private entities like Red Cross and local charities support official child-welfare work.
Understand the balance between centralized guidance and local autonomy in building effective county programs.
Discover how different states organized services to cut inefficient relief and improve outcomes for children.

Ideal for readers of public welfare history, social policy, and county administration, as well as professionals seeking practical context for reform.

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