Person centered case management in assisting TANF recipients out of poverty and into a life of self sufficiency
by Wagner, Allison A., M.A., THE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA, 2011, 51 pages; 1495270

Abstract:

This capstone investigates the role of case managers in working with Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) participants in the state social services setting. The purpose of this research is to examine person-centered case management and why it is the most effective method in assisting TANF participants into a life of self-sufficiency. By educating case managers on the culture of poverty, it can be more easily understood what it takes for individuals to choose to leave it and succeed. This requires case managers to look at each individual case uniquely, identify goals and develop a plan to overcome the challenges that stand in the way of achieving those goals. It is also critical to strategically identify future barriers, to teach participants problem-solving skills that will assist them in gaining self sufficiency. Once case managers are trained, these methods can be adopted and integrated in daily case management interactions.
 
AdviserFrank Plachecki
SchoolTHE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA
SourceMAI/ 49-06, p. , Aug 2011
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsSocial work; Management
Publication Number1495270
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