A Lifeline for Families: The Decker Family Development Center, in Barberton, Ohio, Provides Comprehensive Support for Families on Public Assistance.

Thompson, Scott

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ERIC Number: EJ443926

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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A Lifeline for Families: The Decker Family Development Center, in Barberton, Ohio, Provides Comprehensive Support for Families on Public Assistance.

Thompson, Scott

Equity and Choice, v8 n2 p16-20 Win 1992

Describes the Decker Family Development Center (DFDC) in Barberton (Ohio), while relating the difference that the DFDC's services has made to one poor family. Recounts the DFDC's establishment, funding, and current services (adult education, counseling for parents and children, and several types of child care services). (JB)

Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Community Centers, Day Care Centers, Delivery Systems, Early Intervention, Economically Disadvantaged, Family Problems, Family Programs, Health Services, Mental Health Programs, Organizational Effectiveness, Preschool Education, Prevention, Program Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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