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December 8, 2011 | Survey/Poll
In this national survey of primary care providers and pediatricians, 85 percent believe that unmet social needs — things like access to nutritious food, reliable transportation and adequate housing — are leading directly to worse health for all Americans.
November 1, 2010 | Journal Article
This article, from a Journal of Health and Social Behavior supplement examines sociological research into the effects of stress. The author emphasizes the cumulative effects of stress stress has a more severe effect on disadvantaged groups.
February 27, 2009 | Toolkit
This handbook explains how states can increase program participants' choice of and control over their services and supports.
December 11, 2007 | Program Results Report
Family support programs emphasize strengthening individual and family functioning by empowering families to manage life's events effectively.
March 1, 2003 | Program Results Report
In 2000, the National Council on the Aging conducted a survey among community service organizations concerning their health and social support programs for older adults.
August 1, 2001 | Program Results Report
Starting in January 1994, the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine conducted a three-year evaluation of Hawaii's Healthy Start Program.
February 28, 2002 | Story
"Mr. Chatman will always be in my heart and mind. He taught me to love myself and others. He gave me a chance when no one else would."
February 28, 2002 | Story
The way Mr. Lynch looks at it, anyone can be a leader - with mentoring, training, and the right opportunity (the chance to make a living doing it).
May 27, 2008 | Story
"I was clear about what was important to me, but not on what would make it important to other people. You can't lead unless you inspire people to get behind you."
March 28, 2004 | Program Results Report
The Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation produced and evaluated a screening instrument to identify the care-giving capacities and needs for parenting support services among new mothers in Iowa.