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Tradition and Policy Perspectives in Kinship Care: A Comprehensive Guide

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Kinship care, the placement of children with relatives or close family friends when they cannot live with their parents, is a complex and multifaceted issue. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the traditions and policy perspectives surrounding kinship care, offering a valuable resource for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in the field.

The book begins by exploring the historical and cultural traditions of kinship care in different societies. It then examines the current state of kinship care in the United States, including the legal and policy frameworks that govern it. The book also discusses the challenges and opportunities facing kinship care providers, as well as the impact of kinship care on children and families.

This book is essential reading for anyone interested in kinship care. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, from its historical roots to its current challenges and opportunities. The book is also a valuable resource for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers who are working to improve the lives of children and families.

Historical and Cultural Traditions of Kinship Care
The Current State of Kinship Care in the United States
Legal and Policy Frameworks Governing Kinship Care
Challenges and Opportunities Facing Kinship Care Providers
The Impact of Kinship Care on Children and Families

Author Bio

Dr. Jane Doe is a professor of social work at the University of California, Berkeley. She is a leading expert on kinship care and has published extensively on the topic. Her research has been instrumental in shaping policy and practice in the field of kinship care.

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“This book is a must-read for anyone interested in kinship care. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, from its historical roots to its current challenges and opportunities. The book is also a valuable resource for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers who are working to improve the lives of children and families.”

—Dr. Jane Smith, Professor of Social Work, University of Pennsylvania

“This book is a welcome addition to the literature on kinship care. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, from its historical roots to its current challenges and opportunities. The book is also a valuable resource for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers who are working to improve the lives of children and families.”

—Dr. John Doe, Professor of Law, University of California, Los Angeles