Minsei i'in - between public and private: a local network for community care in Japan
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The minsei i'in is an old social service system in Japan that is continuously helping the government to address the increasing and diversifying needs in social welfare. Minsei'in have very close communications with local residents who looked upon them as helpful neighbors. One major task of minsei i'in are providing for local residents' need for consultation and guidance. Minsei i'in actually serves as a link between the local administrative authority, social welfare institutions, and residents.
Publication Name: International Social Work
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0020-8728
Year: 1997
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Community-based rehabilitation
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Community-based rehabilitation (CBR) is a fast growing model of providing services to people with disabilities. Philosophy and structure, strengths and weaknesses of the CBR model are described.
Publication Name: International Social Work
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0020-8728
Year: 2004
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