You have learned about the different types of community programs. As a human service professional, it is important to understand the benefits of a comprehensive program in the community. Although research demonstrates the benefits of this type of intervention, it is also necessary to understand the advantages and disadvantages of offering these types of services.
Part 1
Discuss both the short-term and long-term benefits of comprehensive community intervention programs.
Part 2
Identify advantages and disadvantages for both clients and communities in utilizing comprehensive community programs to treat children and families.
Part 3
Using the information from Part 1 and 2, choose one disadvantage that could impact either the short-term or long-term benefit of a comprehensive program in the community. Analyze how you would address this issue. Evaluate how children and families may be impacted by this disadvantage and how communities can respond to your chosen issue.
This paper should be 4-6 pages (not including the cover page and reference page). It should be formatted in APA style. Your paper should include a minimum of three academic peer reviewed journal articles in addition to your textbook. Be sure to provide in-text citations and references for all information in this paper.