Child and Youth Care Quarterly

, Volume 19, Issue 2, pp 79–90 | Cite as

Powerful pioneers in residential group care: A look at our roots and heritage

  • Larry K. Brendtro
Section I. European Roots And North American Experiments: Sources Of Mutual Influence

Abstract

The roots of residential child and youth care are explored in this wide-ranging historical overview. The elements of relationship, competence, and service provide a framework for interweaving the words and ideas of numerous European and North American pioneers who have influenced developments and thinking in this field.

Keywords

Social Psychology Group Care Historical Overview Youth Care Residential Group 
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© Human Sciences Press 1990

Authors and Affiliations

  • Larry K. Brendtro
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  1. 1.Special Education, Department of EducationAugustana CollegeSioux FallsUSA

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