Social Work 1022A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Kindergarten, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Toronto Humane Society

• School: Western University
• Department: Social Work
• Course: Social Work 1022A/B
• Professor: Andrew Mantulak

Document Summary

Chapter 8 social work with children and youth. Child welfare is highly regulated through laws &regulations &involves 5 key activities: o o o. Family support range of family programs &services, maintaining healthy families, supporting families at risk &protecting children. Child protection protecting children at risk by removing them from their families. Child placement temporary substitute care (foster &group homes) for children who can"t live w/their parents/guardians: adoption permanent homes for children who can"t live w/their parents o. Foster care recruiting care providers, provide training &support, monitor foster homes. In-home services provided to help a household or family members live together harmoniously in a secure &safe environment. Out-of-home services implemented when the home situation becomes unsuitable for the child. Encourages collaborative projects that integrate prevention &interventions across a variety of sectors: main functions are fostering research, disseminating info, developing policy. Innovative out-of-house program for children up to age 6.