Evolution of Child Care Services in the Late 1960s: A Comprehensive Review

By Elisabeth Pugh

In the late 1960s, the child care service underwent significant transformations, with further changes to come after the Seebohm Committee’s report. Amidst these changes, the core responsibilities of child care services became clear: prevention, provision of care, work with children and parents, foster parent selection, collaboration with foster and residential staff, and adoption.

Originally published in 1968, this book provides an in-depth examination of each of these critical tasks, shedding light on the role of child care staff within local authority departments at the time. While focused on local authorities, the book’s arguments also hold relevance for voluntary child care organizations of the era.

Key Features and Details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Edition: 1st edition
• Publication Date: February 13, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 126
• ISBN-10: 1032440694
• ISBN-13: 978-1032440699

This comprehensive guide offers a thorough exploration of the child care service landscape in the late 1960s, providing valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners in the field.