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The fundamental misconception at the heart of the Family First Act

Child Welfare Monitor

It expanded the allowable uses of Title IV-E funding, formerly used to pay only for foster care, to include what the Act called “Prevention Services,” meaning services to prevent foster care. States had other sources of federal reimbursement for these programs, such as Title IV-B, the Social Services Block Grant, and TANF.

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Child Abuse Prevention Programs: Making A Difference In Our Communities

All For Kids

Successful child abuse interventions are two-fold: they must reduce risk factors and promote protective factors to ensure the well-being of children and families. In fiscal year 2022, an estimated 1,990 children died from abuse and neglect, a slight increase from the previous year.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Child Welfare Specialist : Social workers in this role focus on the safety and well-being of children, often within the context of child protective services or foster care systems. TRENDING CONTENT ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN What is the main role of a social worker?

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Social Work on the Front Lines of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Look Back, A Look Ahead (Part Two)

Social Work Blog

Why was it important to have social workers ‘at the table’ during the COVID-19 Pandemic—especially within the context of Connect to End COVID-19 / CDC Vaccine Confidence Grant? What are lessons learned, within the context of social work, from the COVID-19 Pandemic?

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Can You Be a Social Worker with a Psychology Degree Easily?

Social Work Haven

CONTENT YOU WOULD LOVE TO READ ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN We’ll delve into the pivotal role of a master’s degree in social work (MSW) and the rigorous standards set in these programmes. And, of course, we’ll discuss the diverse career paths available in these fields, from clinical practice to research and beyond.

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NASW against Kennedy confirmation to be Health and Human Services Secretary

Social Work Blog

Undermining public trust in vaccines and other critical health interventions could worsen health disparities, particularly in marginalized communities. NASW remains committed to policies that address systemic inequities in healthcare and social services.