SOCW6351 2020 MAY Week 4 Discussion (dq1+dq2) Latest

SOCW6351 Social Policy, Welfare, and Change

Week 4 Discussion

DQ1 The Effects of Means-Tested Social Programs

Post by Day 3 a brief explanation of the means-tested programs that might be available to Eboni. Be sure your answer is specific to the means-tested programs available in your state or region. Then, explain the potential long-term outcomes for Eboni and her child, if she chooses to parent. Finally, explain the state public assistance policies that might help Eboni manage the responsibilities of parenthood.

Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references.

Read a selection of your colleagues' posts.

Respond by Day 5 to at least two colleagues.

Return to this Discussion to read the responses to your initial post.

Note what you have learned and/or any insights you gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.

DQ2 Welfare Programs

Post by Day 4 an explanation of whether means-tested programs (TANF, SNAP, and SSI) create dependency. Then, explain how the potential perception of dependency might contribute to the stigma surrounding welfare programs. Finally, explain the perceptions you have regarding people who receive means-tested welfare and how that perception might affect your work with clients.

Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references.

Read a selection of your colleagues' posts.

Respond by Day 6 to at least two colleagues.

Return to this Discussion to read the responses to your initial post.

Note what you have learned and/or any insights you gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.