What Works in Foster Care?

What Works in Foster Care?
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Publisher : OUP USA
Total Pages : 320
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ISBN-13 : 9780195175912
ISBN-10 : 0195175913
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Book Synopsis What Works in Foster Care? by : Peter J. Pecora

Download or read book What Works in Foster Care? written by Peter J. Pecora and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2010 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Northwest Foster Care Alumni Study found that quality foster care services for children pay big dividends when they grow up. Key investments in highly trained staff, low caseloads and robust complementary services can dramatically reduce rates of mental disorders and substance abuse. This book offers a model foster care programme.


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