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For years, Dr. Pietro Bartolo has run the lone medical clinic on the Italian island of Lampedusa. In that time he has rescued, welcomed, and cared for many of the hundreds of thousands of desperate migrants from the Middle East and Africa who have washed up on the island's shores. In this account of his life and work, Bartolo shares his quiet dignity, unshakable moral center, and inspirational message: "We can't and we won't be governed by our fears.".

"Readers will find practical strategies to follow if they should suddenly find themselves homeless, addressing issues that include how to find shelter, food, and medical care and how to stay in school or find a job"--Provided by publisher.

Contains guidance and tips for teacher paraprofessionals working in inclusive classrooms, discussing collaboration, competence, providing social, academic, and behavioral support, and other related topics.

War veteran Luis Carlos Montalv?n reflects on his advocacy with his beloved golden retriever service dog, Tuesday,as they hit the road for America's wounded warriors until his death to suicide prior to publication.

"Guides students as they set up and operate their own dog-walking business for their community [and] includes easy-to-follow lists"--Provided by publisher.

To be without a permanent home is markedly upsetting for any person's wellbeing and development. This compassionate book balances personal anecdotes from real young people in troubled situations with valuable resources to help out anyone in such an unfortunate situation. Whether it's a friend in need or a reader personally dealing with this kind of crisis, there are easily applicable, real-world suggestions on how to stay off the streets or use the resources that are available for those who are homeless. Testimony from real voices informs this fundamental guide to street life safety.

"Children in care often perform poorly at school both in terms of their behavior and their academic performance, with many failing to complete their education. They will have often experienced trauma or neglect which can result in a number of developmental delays. By looking at why children in foster care do not perform as well as their counterparts, John DeGarmo, who has fostered more than 40 children, provides easy-to-use strategies to target the problems commonly faced. He emphasizes the importance of an open dialogue between teacher, parent and social worker, to ensure that everyone is working jointly to achieve the best outcome for the child."--Publisher.

A guide to helping transgender children and youth with mental health, family relations, and other issues they may face.

Shows how state and local governments and their private industry partners profit from the social safety net, turning the poor of the nation into revenue streams. Offers a plan for reforms to realign human services agencies with their intended purpose to aid the poor.

Discusses the challenges refugees face as they flee poverty and violence in their home countries, and the conditions they endure while waiting for opportunities to resettle in other countries.