Date of Award
5-1-2009
Degree Type
Thesis
University or Center
Clark Atlanta University(CAU)
School
School of Social Work
Degree Name
M.S.W.
Department
Social Work and Public Health
First Advisor
Hattie M. Mitchell
Second Advisor
Vimala Pillari
Third Advisor
Dr. William H. Boone
Abstract
Undeniably, ex-offenders make up a notable portion of the citizens in communities across this country. This reality has prompted thousands of communities to develop services that will assist with the transition from prison into society. This study will examine the literature and discuss a number of the current services that are available to ex-offenders and how the presence of family support can influence the transitional experience. This thesis will present a calling to the social work profession to implement programs that evaluate the perception held by ex-offenders of the current services that are rendered and assist in building healthy family systems for the community at large.
Recommended Citation
Collins, Darissa L., "A study of the perception held by ex-offenders of community services and family support" (2009). ETD Collection for Robert W. Woodruff Library, Atlanta University Center. Paper 58.
http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/58