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Low-Income Populations

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Low-Income Single Mothers Disconnected from Work and Public Assistance

This ASPE Research Brief presents information on trends in the rate of being disconnected from both work and public assistance, and the characteristics of the disconnected group compared to all low-income single mothers. The data are from a project examining the characteristics and experiences of low-income single mothers who are not working or receiving public assistance. [6 PDF pages]

Consumer Education Initiatives in Financial and Health Literacy

This report summarizes findings from a review of literature about health literacy and financial education and from interviews with persons involved in initiatives in these areas, primarily federal personnel. It also highlights areas of commonality between financial and health literacy, and suggests ways each field can learn from the other. [75 PDF pages report; 59 PDF pages appendices]

Employment Patterns Among Persons with Children During the Recession

  ASPE RESEARCH BRIEF Employment Patterns Among Persons with Children During the Recession[1] August 2010

Progress toward Self-Sufficiency for Low-Wage Workers

Contents Analytic Approach Key Findings Profile of Low-Wage Workers Low-Wage Workers Wage Progression Low-Wage Workers Progress toward Self-Sufficiency Low-Wage Workers Work Supports and

Vulnerable Youth and the Transition to Adulthood: Youth from Low-Income Families

Youth from low-income families are vulnerable to poor outcomes as adults, as these youth often lack the resources and opportunities found to lead to better outcomes.

Role of Religiosity in the Lives of the Low-Income Population: A Comprehensive Review of the Evidence

This report is a comprehensive literature review and descriptive synthesis of the state of the research on the influence of religiosity and spirituality in the lives of the US low-income population. Findings are presented in six main areas: marriage and relationships, parenting, youth, mental and physical health, substance use, and crime and violence. [129 PDF pages]

Maximizing the Value of Philanthropic Efforts through Planned Partnerships between the U.S. Government and Private Foundations

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Who are Low-Wage Workers?

  ASPE RESEARCH BRIEF(*) Who are Low-Wage Workers? February 2009 This Research Brief is available on the Internet at:http://aspe.hhs.gov/hsp/09/LowWageWorkers/rb.shtml

Who are Low-Wage Workers?

Assets, Poverty, and Public Policy: Challenges in Definition and Measurement

  Poor Finances: Assets and Low-Income Households Assets, Poverty, and Public Policy: Challenges in Definition and Measurement December 2008 By: Yunju Nam, Jin Huang, and Michael Sherraden Center for Social Development Washington University in Saint Louis