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Upfront investments can ward off 'horrible outcomes'

Patty Machelor

March 02, 2018 |

Arizona Daily Star |

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Response Location: United States, Tucson, Arizona

In El Paso County, Colorado, the economic stress of poverty is recognized as a precursor to many instances of child abuse and neglect. Child safety caseworkers and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) providers collaborate to address some of the underlying issues - like lack of access to child care, housing, and transportation - that increase chances for neglect, a model that has helped families ultimately get off of welfare and into better financial situations.

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Negative cycles broken as families learn better ways to cope

Patty Machelor

March 02, 2018 |

Arizona Daily Star |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Tucson, Arizona

Communities in Arizona, Washington, and Colorado are creating programs that center collaborations to provide guidance and a listening ear to foster healthy relationships between children and parents. These programs, which include education for parents with addiction and trauma-informed approaches to school discipline, help families live better lives.

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Supporting families so kids aren't pulled from home

Patty Machelor

March 02, 2018 |

Arizona Daily Star |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Tucson, Arizona

To help families stay together and decrease cases of child abuse and neglect, programs around the country are using evidence-based solutions to prevent the crises that require government intervention. Solutions like Arizona's "Healthy Families" provide intense parent education and home visits to help families dealing with poverty and related stresses and traumas.

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