| Background: |
The Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program was created with the passage of the Personal Responsibility Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act, Pub.L. 104-193 (PRWORA). Since the creation of TANF, families still on welfare were likely facing barriers, such as caring for children with disabilities. |
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Purpose:
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This article discusses the gaps in knowledge on low-income families with children with disabilities in rural areas. |
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Study sample: |
This study used a sample from "Rural Families Speak," and examined data of 26 families caring for a child or children with disabilities. |
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Data collection and analysis:
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Researchers conducted qualitative research on the resources used by low-income families with children with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment and child care. |
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Conclusions:
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Recommendations on policy for increasing the effectiveness of assistance programs for these families are given. |