Extreme+Poverty+Families

Tips for working with Extreme Poverty Families. 1. Many parents have financial and time constraints. Meet at times and places that are convenient for the parent. Possibly provide day care in order to save the parent time, money, and the stress of finding a sitter. 2. Find ways to involve parents. Let them know they are important and wanted. 3. Don’t assume a child is neglected. 4. There are families with financial troubles everywhere you go. 5. There is a big psychological adjustment when parents suddenly find themselves without employment. 6. Many parents are ashamed to accept handouts. Provide information on social services, or provide things such as extra food, clothes, and toys at the school    Things to remember about Extreme Poverty  1. No one is immune to poverty. They can live in small towns or large cities. 2. Many people experiencing poverty feel depressed, powerless to effect change, and unable to change their destiny. 3. Children are likely to have poor health, inadequate maternal care, and negative educational experiences. 4. <span style="font-size: 16pt; color: rgb(102, 102, 153);">Children score poorly on standardized tests, drop out of school, experience violence, and are prone to die in childhood.