Isolation in rural, remote and urban communities

Maureen Fegan, Jennifer Bowes

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    Abstract

    In this chapter we consider the role of communities in the support of families and children. To illustrate the importance of community influences, we discuss the benefits of well-functioning and adequate community links, then highlight difficulties encountered by families who are cut off from their communities, or who live in communities that are themselves isolated. We examine links between families and communities, discuss the impact of social change on the extent and form of isolation, and consider what it can mean for children and families to be excluded from community support. We conclude by identifying strategies and examples of innovative, ongoing and effective service models that have been used successfully in the Australian context to combat the negative effects of isolation. The first task, however, is to clarify how we are suing the term ‘community’.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationChildren, families and communities
    Subtitle of host publicationcontexts and consequences
    EditorsJennifer Bowes, Rebekah Grace
    Place of PublicationSouth Melbourne, Vic.
    PublisherOxford University Press
    Pages129-147
    Edition3rd
    ISBN (Print)9780195551549
    Publication statusPublished - 2009

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