Public libraries have always been democratic, serving a cross-section of the population. After all, they are public, often easily accessible, and free.As these populations have shifted to include more of the disadvantaged population, including people who are homeless, there is a small but growing trend for libraries to include social workers—not as patrons, but as helping professionals on staff.
It’s not surprising that libraries have become hubs for homeless people or even the equivalent of day shelters. In addition to their other assets, libraries have plenty of bathrooms and no security checks.
Friday, December 19, 2014
Public Libraries Add Social Workers and Social Programs - New Social Worker
The New Social Worker published an article about the various ways in which public libraries are reaching out to vulnerable populations.
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My library has a security guard. I wonder if this is to keep certain people out.....I'm in the suburbs in a community that does have poverty so it wouldn't surprise mr if this was the case.
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