Social work and social welfare : an invitation

Introduces students to the knowledge, skills, and values that are essential for working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities in various practice settings. This title features demographic, statistical, legislative, policy, and research information, and sensitive discussi...

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Main Author: Berg-Weger, Marla , 1956- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Routledge , c2010
Edition:2nd ed
Series:New directions in social work (Boston, Mass.)
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