Homelessness and the Social Welfare System: The Briar Patch Revisited?

This article is a case study that examines the failures of the social welfare system in failing to prevent homelessness. This article chronicles one family's homeless experience and examines the social policies and programs that affected them. The authors make recommendations for further resear...

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Published in:Journal of family social work 2003-06, Vol.6 (3), p.35-51
Main Authors: Jones, Johnny M., Crook, Wendy P.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:This article is a case study that examines the failures of the social welfare system in failing to prevent homelessness. This article chronicles one family's homeless experience and examines the social policies and programs that affected them. The authors make recommendations for further research and policy implementation for vulnerable populations.
ISSN:1052-2158
1540-4072
DOI:10.1300/J039v06n03_03