Only rarely have families and their well-being served as a cornerstone for stcial develompent policies and practices. Supportive and effective social development for families will build upon their identifiable nedds, challenges, strengths, and capacities, involving them as partners. Once the ftxus is upon families, social development initiatives aimed at full, rewarding employment; the reduction and eradication of poverty; and, the support of caregivers must become integrated. Families may guide and deliver services and supports, playing key roles in mutual aid networks. In substitution for categorical policies and practices, a relational, family-centered approach promotes family well-being at the same time it facilitates social development.
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