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Health and Wellness Survey

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.

Stress and Health

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.

Developing and Implementing Self-Direction Programs and Policies

February 27, 2009 | Toolkit

This handbook explains how states can increase program participants' choice of and control over their services and supports.

Family Support Services Program

December 11, 2007 | Program Results Report

Family support programs emphasize strengthening individual and family functioning by empowering families to manage life's events effectively.

Survey Assesses Strengths and Weakness of Service Agencies for the Elderly

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.

Home Visits Boost Family "Wellness," But Do They Help Prevent Child Abuse?

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.

Tyrone Chatman

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."

Martin Lynch, PhD, MPA, MS

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).

Disseminating a Successful Parenting Program to Non-Profit Agencies

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."

New Moms and Dads in Iowa Linked to Parenting Support Services

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.

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