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Being Accountable: Overrepresentation Of Children Of Color In The Child Welfare System, Victoria Lee Scheele, Juliana Francesca Simixhi
Being Accountable: Overrepresentation Of Children Of Color In The Child Welfare System, Victoria Lee Scheele, Juliana Francesca Simixhi
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the ethnic composition of families enrolled in Voluntary Family Services (VFS) as well as service delivery and service completion rates among the various ethnic groups utilizing these services.
Leadership In Faith-Based Social Service Organizations, Veronica Esqueda
Leadership In Faith-Based Social Service Organizations, Veronica Esqueda
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to examine leadership in faith based social service organizations. The issue that this researcher addressed is leadership styles in faith-based social service organizations and character traits of spirit led servant leaders. This study addressed the issue of spiritual leadership because recent research implies that spirituality and leadership are important factors that contribute to the healthy human development of indviduals. Many social workers find the assumptions, beliefs, and values of the Christian faith helpful in providing a frame of reference for understanding and responding to both individual and societal problems. There were 35 self-assessment servant …
Depression Among The Elderly, Lynda Lee Omagari
Depression Among The Elderly, Lynda Lee Omagari
Theses Digitization Project
This study will examine depression among the elderly in an assisted living facility. The main problem in depression in the elderly is the lack of diagnosis and treatment. Left untreated it affects the elderly person's overall well-being and may eventually lead to their mortality.
Exploring The Spiritual Base Of Gay Men In Substance Abuse Treatment, Charles Arthur Selner
Exploring The Spiritual Base Of Gay Men In Substance Abuse Treatment, Charles Arthur Selner
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was a qualitative exploration of how gay men experienced the spiritual base of a substance abuse treatment program. The specific clientele are gay men who completed at least sixty days participation in an intensive LGBT outpatient treatment program and were living in a sober residence known as The Studios of Palm Springs, CA. The research question asked whether this program worked to develop spirituality for gay men.
Late Diagnosis Of Autism Among African American Children, Lysette Nana Etti, Kathleen Patrice Holsey
Late Diagnosis Of Autism Among African American Children, Lysette Nana Etti, Kathleen Patrice Holsey
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to raise awareness and to analyze the process of diagnosing African American children with autism and identify variables that correlate with late diagnosis.
Parental Satisfaction With Child Mental Health Services, Frances Ahunna Ohaeri
Parental Satisfaction With Child Mental Health Services, Frances Ahunna Ohaeri
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify to what degree specific factors influence the level of satisfaction experienced by foster parents whose foster children are recieving mental health services from agencies that they have been referred to by a Coming of Age Foster Family Agency.
Gang Activity In San Bernardino, California: A Needs Assessment For Operation Phoenix, Mario Leone Rogers
Gang Activity In San Bernardino, California: A Needs Assessment For Operation Phoenix, Mario Leone Rogers
Theses Digitization Project
This research study examined an innovative gang approach in the city of San Bernardino called Operation Phoenix. The purpose of this study was to conduct a needs assessment for Operation Phoenix. This qualitative and quantitative study examined how effective Operation Phoenix was in the prevention, intervention, and suppression of gang activity in the city of San Bernardino. In addition it assessed the unique needs of this comprehensive gang program.
What Contributes To Academic Achievement Among Elementary Grade Students: A Needs Assessment, Adriana Chavez, Martha Tinehyn Glomah
What Contributes To Academic Achievement Among Elementary Grade Students: A Needs Assessment, Adriana Chavez, Martha Tinehyn Glomah
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research study was to investigate the needs of parents and teachers to identify factors that contributed to academic achievement among elementary grade students. Data was collected from a total of 65 parents and teachers of elementary grade students from Rowland Elementary School in Rowland Heights.
Emancipated Youths' Perspective On Transitioning Into Adulthood, Deann Petersen Russon
Emancipated Youths' Perspective On Transitioning Into Adulthood, Deann Petersen Russon
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to explore the perceptions of transitional aged youths' received services, such as, daily living skills, money management, self care, and social development, and look at whether these services have helped them transition into productive adults. Of the research that exists, emancipated foster youth are shown to be at a higher risk for negative outcomes than youth the same age that were not in foster care. The study collected data from youth involved in two Independent Living Programs in Riverside County.
Social Support And Homeless Individuals 50 To 65 Years Of Age, Joseph William Staudt
Social Support And Homeless Individuals 50 To 65 Years Of Age, Joseph William Staudt
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships homeless individuals have and their support systems. It analyzed what social supports an individual homeless person had in their life and how they utilized that support. This research was done due to lack of research being done on the elderly homeless population. The problem this study focuses on was homelessness among individuals between the ages of 50 and 65 years. Ten homeless people were interviewed at the Central City Lutheran Missions Cold Weather Shelter.
A Secondary Analysis Of The Rural Elderly Population In Twentynine Palms, Nicholas Rene Perez
A Secondary Analysis Of The Rural Elderly Population In Twentynine Palms, Nicholas Rene Perez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify needs of the elderly population 65 years and older, who reside in the Twentynine Palms area by conducting secondary analyses of data collected from a needs assessment survey administered by the San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) from 2005. This study highlited the barriers that the residence of Twentynine Palms found to be most important. The barriers focused on in this paper will assist social workers in focusing on the urgent needs of these residents.
Perceptions Of Mental Health Services For Operation Iraqi Freedom And Operation Enduring Freedom Military Personnel: A Needs Assessment, Chrystal Anne Long, Jeffrey Lee. Soriano
Perceptions Of Mental Health Services For Operation Iraqi Freedom And Operation Enduring Freedom Military Personnel: A Needs Assessment, Chrystal Anne Long, Jeffrey Lee. Soriano
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the perceptions of mental health services for OIF/OEF military personnel among military spouses and mental health practitioners. The professional and personal knowledge of the mental health practitioners and the military spouses provided valuable information about the effectiveness, availability, strengths, and weaknesses of the military's mental health services.
Degree Of Privacy Afforded In Long-Term Care, Lynn Marie Givens, Jesse Ornelas
Degree Of Privacy Afforded In Long-Term Care, Lynn Marie Givens, Jesse Ornelas
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the level of privacy among the elderly living in long-term nursing and communal facilities. The data was collected through a probability sampling at the Veterans Home of California in Barstow.
Program Effectiveness Among Recovering Susbance Abuse Mothers In A Treatment Program, Elizabeth Anne Pickett
Program Effectiveness Among Recovering Susbance Abuse Mothers In A Treatment Program, Elizabeth Anne Pickett
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to see if all the special circumstances, extra classes, and parenting aspects of a treatment program are effective for pregnant substance abusing women. This study also explored the factors that contributed to the perceived satisfaction and effectiveness of the clients enrolled in a drug and alcohol treatment program.
A Strength-Based Perspective On Group Homes, Liza Ana Fimbres, Rose Kathleen Solomon
A Strength-Based Perspective On Group Homes, Liza Ana Fimbres, Rose Kathleen Solomon
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to promote a more positive perspective on group homes by raising awareness of their strengths. By identifying strengths, group homes can gain knowledge of and build upon assets to better meet the needs of children in the child welfare system.
The Relationship Between Caseworker Education And Client Outcomes, Theresa Rebecca Brannon
The Relationship Between Caseworker Education And Client Outcomes, Theresa Rebecca Brannon
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to measure whether or not a child welfare worker's education has an effect on their client's outcomes. It compares master's degree in social work caseworkers' rates of family reunification and the length of time children on their caseload spend in foster care to those of child welfare workers who do not have an MSW. This study sought to address this gap in the current literature by analyzing available case data from a public child welfare agency in a Southern California county.
Intervention Outcome Differences For Adult Children Of Domestic Violence, Donna Jo Diamond, Geneva Naomi Hannigan
Intervention Outcome Differences For Adult Children Of Domestic Violence, Donna Jo Diamond, Geneva Naomi Hannigan
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to investigate intervention outcomes for domestic violence in families and adult children. This study targeted intervention outcomes of families and adult children from domestic violence homes for the purpose of comparing those self referred versus those who were mandated for intervention.
The Effects Of "Family Group Decision Making" In San Bernardino County, Valerie Christine Forell
The Effects Of "Family Group Decision Making" In San Bernardino County, Valerie Christine Forell
Theses Digitization Project
This study was done to determine whether the recently employed program of Family Group Decision Making (FGDM) is working in the San Bernardino County Department of Children Services (DCS) in the way it was intended to by reunifying children with their parents and reducing children's time in foster care.
An Exploratory Study Of Health Patterns Among Older Adults Attending Two Types Of Adult Day Programs, Kimberly Louise Robinson
An Exploratory Study Of Health Patterns Among Older Adults Attending Two Types Of Adult Day Programs, Kimberly Louise Robinson
Theses Digitization Project
The quality of life for an elderly person may greatly diminish if social support systems aren't intact. The purpose of this study was to examine patterns of relationships between social support, self-reported health status, functional level as measured by activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activites of daily living (IADL), demographic variables, and depression among the elderly by the type of older adult program subjects attended. These two programs are a senior recreation center and an adult day health care center (ADHC). Sixty non-demented members from an Adult Day Health Care Center and Norco Senior Recreation Center located in …
Do Teachers' Perceptions Of Students Success Differ Between Students In Foster Care And Students Who Are Not In Foster Care, Nira Ortega Mejias
Do Teachers' Perceptions Of Students Success Differ Between Students In Foster Care And Students Who Are Not In Foster Care, Nira Ortega Mejias
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to assess teacher's perceptions of academic and life success among high school students in foster care in comparison to high school students who are not in foster care. The intent of the study is to examine whether teachers view students who are in foster care placement differently than students who are not in foster care. 36 teachers from two local high schools in Riverside and San Bernardino County were selected to participate in the study.
Down Syndrome: Parental Strategies For Stress Among Cultures, Claudia Edith Campos, Lizbeth Anahi Corrales
Down Syndrome: Parental Strategies For Stress Among Cultures, Claudia Edith Campos, Lizbeth Anahi Corrales
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research was to examine the perceptions of parents of different cultures on how to cope with stress in relation to caring for a child with Down syndrome. This study targeted parents that attend Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles (DSALA) support groups. DSALA has support groups all over Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The sample of participants consisted of nine Caucasian, eight Latino, and three multiethnic mothers for a total of twenty.
Parents' Perceptions Of Effective Coping Strategies For Raising A Child With Autism, Dee Thigpen
Parents' Perceptions Of Effective Coping Strategies For Raising A Child With Autism, Dee Thigpen
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to identify the main stessors that parents experience when raising an autistic child and parents' perceptions of what can help them cope better. It is important that parenting stressors and coping strategies are identified as they relate to the age of the child with autism.
The Effect Of Explanatory Style On The Coping Strategies Of Women In Recovery, Alice Joy Kirk
The Effect Of Explanatory Style On The Coping Strategies Of Women In Recovery, Alice Joy Kirk
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of explanatory style on the coping strategies of women in recovery from addiction to alcohol and other substances.
Assessing Service Satisfaction: Experiences Of Individuals Living With Hiv/Aids, Latanya Renee Lewis
Assessing Service Satisfaction: Experiences Of Individuals Living With Hiv/Aids, Latanya Renee Lewis
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to explore HIV/AIDS client experiences with supportive services. The consumption of social services for individuals living with HIV/AIDS has assumed increasing importance. This is a crucial population that requires a multifaceted approach to treatment in order to remain active and productive for longer periods of time.
Foster Parent Perceptions Concerning Reasons For Continued Involvement As Care Providers In A Foster Family Agency, Stephanie Lynn Harper
Foster Parent Perceptions Concerning Reasons For Continued Involvement As Care Providers In A Foster Family Agency, Stephanie Lynn Harper
Theses Digitization Project
This study investigated foster parents' reasons for deciding to continue their careers as foster parents. The participants were obtained from Koinonia Foster Homes, San Bernardino office. In addition, an effort was made to determine what unmet needs foster parents had that had those needs been addressed by the agency might have encouraged them to continue fostering children.
Positive Coping Methods Among People Living With Hiv/Aids, Dinora Janeth Morales
Positive Coping Methods Among People Living With Hiv/Aids, Dinora Janeth Morales
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to measure the level of self-efficacy in coping methods among people living with HIV/AIDS.
Children In Shelters: Needs And Current Services, Dorothy Ama Morrison-Acquah
Children In Shelters: Needs And Current Services, Dorothy Ama Morrison-Acquah
Theses Digitization Project
This study identified the needs of homeless children in the Hospitality House shelter of the Salvation Army in San Bernardino. This study explored the current services provided to satisfy the homeless children's needs. The study also assessed the extent to which the shelter supervisors were familiar with the Mckinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and types of services they are mandated by the Act to provide for homeless children in shelters.
Do San Bernardino County, Department Of Children's Services, Licensed Foster Parents Receive Adequate Trainings And Services To Care For Foster Children?, Ryan Deray Berryman
Do San Bernardino County, Department Of Children's Services, Licensed Foster Parents Receive Adequate Trainings And Services To Care For Foster Children?, Ryan Deray Berryman
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the training and support services that were available to foster parents licensed with San Bernardino County, Department of Children's Services. San Bernardino county is responsible for approximately 510 licensed foster homes.
Rethinking Empowerment: Collective Action As Intervention With Women, Melissa Liberty Darnell
Rethinking Empowerment: Collective Action As Intervention With Women, Melissa Liberty Darnell
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores women's feelings of empowerment that result from participating in collective action events. The study contributes to the growing body of social work scholarship on empowerment practice by identifying and describing the specific variables that may contribute to or enhance empowerment feelings in women as a result of collective action participation.
Attitudes And Beliefs About Evidence Based Practice Among Masters In Social Work Practitioners And Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Katy Leanne Bandy, Emily Violet Thomas
Attitudes And Beliefs About Evidence Based Practice Among Masters In Social Work Practitioners And Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Katy Leanne Bandy, Emily Violet Thomas
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to better understand the attitudes and beliefs about evidence-based practice among masters in social work practitioners (MSWs) and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs). Assessing the attitudes toward evidence-based practice can further the analysis of competent practice and perhaps help determine the extent to which social work is a profession based on research or anecdotal methods. The survey was given to 59 MSWs and LCSWs working in the mental health setting during a staff meeting at Patton State Hospital.