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Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Hare, Jan, and Gray, Lizbeth A.
Abstract:: A family traditionally has been defined as a married couple with their own children, all sharing a common dwelling and dividing work by gender. For example, the woman takes care of the children inside the home and the man works outside the home. Few of today’s American families fit this...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: biological or adoptive parent and one stepparent. Some do not live with either parent; instead, they are

Creator:: Raab, Carolyn A., Gregerson, Donna Marie, Jacobson, Janet, and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Parents play many roles as they guide their children’s developing food habits: model, teacher, mediator, provider, stage manager, and director. We’ll discuss these in the four lessons of Food for Tots.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: rating wheel helps you analyze your child ‘s diet and determine where you, as parent and provider, can

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Sometimes through no fault of their own, parents find themselves out of work. A factory may close, sales may be down, or their health may fail. Whatever the cause, unemployment (not having a job) affects everyone in the family.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: less money, more stress, and schedule changes. Your parent may behave like a different person. The

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Hall, Leslie Duke, and Angelelli, Joe
Abstract:: A family meeting is a prearranged time when family members come together to talk about what’s happening in their home and in their lives. It’s structured to allow for interaction that otherwise might not occur.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: should attend, but you can have a family meeting with one parent and one child. No neighbors or friends

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: During and after a disaster, it is important to support children and allay their fears. If fears are not addressed carefully, they may continue long after the disaster has passed. Young children are particularly at risk during these times because of their vulnerability, their lack of understanding, and their difficulty...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: feel safe and secure help children after a disaster or emergency. How can a parent help

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Nay, Tim, Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Older people need various degrees of assistance with financial matters. Some need minimal help; for example, help with reading the fine print on bills and financial forms or preparing checks for signature. Others, who are homebound but able to direct their personal finances, may need someone to carry out their...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: University; Tim Nay, attorney at law, Nay and Friedenberg, Portland, OR; and Sally Bowman, Extension

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Ozretich, Rachel A., Vuchinich, S., Pratt, C., and Bowman, Sally R., 1949-
Abstract:: Foster families provide care and support for more than 500,000 foster children in the United States. Foster families, like all families, face conflicts and stresses that demand effective problem solving. This guide outlines some simple ideas for effective problem solving in foster families.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , temporary dispute. For example, a parent and two children may use interpersonal problem solving to resolve

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