Understanding the Child Welfare System in California: A Primer for Service Providers and Policymakers

Understanding the Child Welfare System in California: A Primer for Service Providers and Policymakers (2^nd edition) is one in a series of primers offered to assist practitioners and policy leaders in advancing their basic knowledge of complex social service systems. Originally published in 2002, this 2^nd edition of the CWS primer was made possible due to support from the Zellerbach Family Foundation.

In addition to providing a resource for local and state policy leaders and providers, this primer and a companion publication on CalWORKs….

Understanding Nutrition: A Primer on Programs and Policies in California

Understanding Nutrition: A Primer on Programs and Policies in California is one in a series of primers offered to assist practitioners and policy leaders in advancing their basic knowledge of complex social service systems. This Primer offers a statistical profile of the weight, dietary practices, and physical activity of Californians, a review of the relevant federal and state governmental structures and laws, a description of the programs supporting nutrition and community food security, and a review of the key policy issues.
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Understanding CalWORKs: A Primer for Service Providers and Policymakers

Understanding CalWORKs: A Primer for Service Providers and Policymakers is one of a series of primers offered to assist practitioners and policy leaders in advancing their basic knowledge of complex social service systems. Funded by the Zellerbach Family Foundation, this Primer and a companion publication on the child welfare system, support the CalWORKs/Child Welfare Partnership Project, which aims to coordinate welfare and child welfare programs in California.

Recommended Citation:

Kelch, D.R. (2002, November). Understanding the CalWORKs system in California: A primer for service….

Code Blue: Health Services For Children In Foster Care

Through the California Foster Children’s Health Project, more than 30 leaders in child welfare and health care met over a period of six months in 1997-98 to analyze issues and develop recommendations to improve health services for children in foster care. The Project was sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Families, an affiliate of the Center for California Studies. The Project was funded in part by a grant from The California Wellness Foundation and through support from….