Welfare reform on the Web (October 2006): Social care - UK - community care

The battle for hearts and minds

S. Brody

Community Care, Aug.31st-Sept. 6th 2006, p.28-29

Professionals attempting to develop new projects for drug users, rough sleepers, asylum seekers or any other unpopular group often experience fierce opposition based on fear from the local community. This article looks at strategies that can be used to allay the fears of local residents.