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Economic security is one of the most scariest things. Thats one of my greatest fears, is being financially stable. Our economic security depends directly on our ability to reinvent our economy around a positive acceptance of nature’s order and an active intention to work within its laws.Economic security is jobs, medical assistance, assistance for children, disablity, and more.
ReplyDeleteThis book helps you see the different issues that the U.S needs to work on. This helps you see which policies you would want to advocate for. Economic securuy is a big deal for almost everyone.
Economic Security Book
ReplyDeleteStable income is something that I hope to maintain in the future. Money is not everything but it certainly runs acccross my mind constantly. In the future I want this to be eliminated. As I grow and present myself to the working public, I hope to find a job in which I am very happy in doing. Accordingly, I hope money follows. I do not have to be rich but I want enough money to where I can be comfortable, free of financial worry. I want to be able to create a living for myself and not rely on others to take care of me. Economic security is a huge issue that this book alludes to. There are so many things wrong with our Nation, that many are finding it dificult to maintain their families or themselves. Economic security not only refers to money but also: the ability to provide for children, job position being held,and being able to afford medical assistance (amongst other things). There are many useful tips in this book that paints a picture in which I have never seen. There are many policies that pertain to this topic and can be used to advocate for others in this situation.
As a college student I think that I am financially stable, but I would like to be saturated with funds, being unable to take in any more money. I have reached this pinnacle through various business ventures, but I have also lost an abundance of money as well. I think that as I graduate from school and pursue my graduate studies, I believe that I will eliminate the lost of finances through various different hustles by working in an agency. This book discusses economic security in a very understandable manner. This book also discusses the issues that this country faces in terms of being finances. Economic security not only refers to money but also: the ability to provide for children, job position being held,and being able to afford medical assistance (amongst other things).
ReplyDeleteThis article does an excellent job of first explaining NASW's values, beliefs, and mission as they relate to economic empowerment. The article gives the program description, the current policy challenges, and the suggested policy directions for each of the following programs: Medicare, Medicaid, State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, Food Stamps, Tax Credits as Supports for Low-income Families, Unemployment Assistance, and Additional NASW Resources. The article tells readers what they need to know about eligibility and the application process for these programs.
ReplyDeleteAll social workers should be familiar with these programs. They may not have all of the regulations memorized for every program, which is understandable, but they need to have some knowledge of the available resources so that they can adequately educate clients. Afterall, two main roles of social workers are educator and broker.
In addition, people should be familiar with existing programs and policies. Those in need should take interest in available resources for themselves. Also, others should take interest in programs and policies for advocacy reasons. Advocates must know about policies, which ones are adequate and/or inadequate, in order to propose the needed changes.
Therefore, this article is very informative and beneficial to all people. We all must strive to educate ourselves and each other.
Hagen,J. L., Morrison, B. G., & Perloff, J. D. (2003). Promoting Economic Security Through Social Welfare Legislation. National Association of Social Workers.
This was extremely informative. I was not aware of the many programs, and federal policies that can be cut back in this time of recession. These programs include, but are not limited to: healthcare, food stamps,TANF, unemployment insurance, tax credits, medicaide, medicare, social security benefits etc. According to the National Association of Social workers, all social workers must be educated and knowledgeable about federal funding, and how our clients can obtain benefits and money from the government when in need. I agree with this statement, because how are we as social workers going to be effective if we do not know? We can't be helpful, therefore it is our obligation to stay up to date with new information. The federal budget is done yearly, therefore there are always changes and adjustment to the current policies.
ReplyDeleteHagen,J. L., Morrison, B. G., & Perloff, J. D. (2003). Promoting Economic Security Through Social Welfare Legislation. National Association of Social Workers.
This article is composed of many different policy briefs. This article is presented to us by the NASW. It breaks down different social policies such as Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, SSI, and many more programs. The article offers a description of the program, policy challenges that that policy may face, and the potential direction in which the policy is going. The article starts off by giving us a brief description of Medicare and the three parts associated with this policy. The three parts are hospital insurance, supplementary medical insurance, and part C which is the Medicare+Choice Program. The information in this article can be used by advocacy efforts at the national, state, and local levels. The article also goes on to give us a brief over of Medicaid and it's function within the low income communities. Medicaid is the U.S's major financial provider for long term care services.
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ReplyDeleteThis article basically explained the many different aspects of economic security such as Medicare, Medicaid, State Children's Health Insurance Program, Social Security, and other programs listed in the book. The book lists history and other important details of the different programs. This is a very good tool to have handy when working with clients who are using the particular services listed in the book. Every social worker should have it.
ReplyDeleteWhen I think about economic security I think about my future and what steps I will need to take to make sure I am financially stable. No matter the class of an individual I think everyone should be financially stable in some way whether it be by self success or help from the government.
NASW.Promoting Economic Security Through Social Welfare Legislation. June 2003.
The Security Book speaks about some social security programs. The security book also talks about the sustainability of Social Security. Social security is financed by contributions from today's workers and their employers: These contributions exceed the outlay in benefits. Sustaining Social Social Security represents a major challenge for the nation in the long term. In addition to raising the payroll tax, other alternatives include more quickly increasing the retirement age to 67. Social Security by drawing on the general revenue, reducing benefit levels, and increasing taxes on received benefits
ReplyDeleteEconomic Security is something that is scarce especially within our current economy. This is just another social issue that social workers have to deal with , and try to do their best to help their clients cope with. This is an issue that effects everyone,and I think that it is wonderful that the NASW is staying on top of current issues, and releasing such reports. This says a lot about the organization itself.It is important that we as social workers educate ourselves and others on what is going on in the world. Economic Security is a very scary issue, and needs to be addressed. Millions and millions of people are needing social services now that they have been laid or have had to downgrade their homes or cars , and even loose health insurance.For example this policy brief explains what medicare is and the various parts of it. This is beneficial to me as a student , and to others. Even though I have a general knowledge of this subject matter it is always good to read more because you can always learn something new about social policies. This is a very informative policy brief and was very educating.
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