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The Importance of Fathers in the Healthy Development of Children
 

The Importance of Fathers in the Healthy Development of Children manual recognizes the vital role that fathers play in all aspects of their children’s lives. The purpose of the manual is to help caseworkers support meaningful outcomes for the entire family. Five principles describe how to reach the goal of family-centered practice.

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The Importance of Fathers in the Healthy Development of Children. Child Welfare Information Gateway. DHHS/ACF/OCAN. 2006. English.


Last Updated: June 5, 2009