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ERIC Number: EJ618656
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0044-0728
Connections Count: An Alternative Framework for Understanding and Strengthening America's Vulnerable Families. Public Policy Report.
Nelson, Douglas W.
Young Children, v55 n6 p39-42 Nov 2000
Describes the framework of the Annie E. Casey Foundation for addressing the family and community factors that make family and child success particularly challenging in poor neighborhoods. Discusses the importance of economic opportunities, strong social networks, and formal supports/services. Describes the Neighborhood Transformation/Family Development initiative to help communities connect and strengthen families in isolated neighborhoods. (KB)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Change Strategies, Children, Community Programs, Economic Opportunities, Family (Sociological Unit), Family Programs, Low Income Groups, Poverty, Public Policy, Social Support Groups
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Annie E Casey Foundation