RAND Research Topic: Social Services and Welfare 2012-05-24T14:26:56Z Copyright (c) 2012, The RAND Corporation RAND Corporation http://www.rand.org/topics/social-services-and-welfare.html The Provision of Public Services by Criminal Organizations in Mexico and Brazil http://www.rand.org/labor/centers/clasp/research/projects/mexico-brazil-public-services.html Feb 15, 2012 Feb 15, 2012 Understanding how criminal gangs and other non-state actors compete with the state to provide public services, gain popular support, and jeopardize security can help policymakers counter these groups' activities. Survey Provides Longitudinal Data on Los Angeles Residents http://www.rand.orghttp://lasurvey.rand.org.html Jan 23, 2012 Jan 23, 2012 The Los Angeles Family and Neighborhood Survey (L.A.FANS) studies adults, teens, children, and neighborhoods in Los Angeles County. Survey data were collected in 2000-2001 and 2006-2008 and are available to researchers for public use. RAND HRS Makes Longitudinal Household Survey Data Accessible to Researchers http://www.rand.org/labor/aging/dataprod.html Dec 21, 2011 Dec 21, 2011 The Health and Retirement Study is a longitudinal survey of the elderly dating back to 1992. With the support of the National Institute on Aging and Social Security Administration, RAND has made five data sets available for researchers. What Are the Public Health Implications of Prisoner Reentry in California? http://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB9634.html Dec 7, 2011 Dec 7, 2011 Examines the health care needs of released California prisoners, communities most affected by reentry, safety net capacity, and provider experiences with ex-prisoners, given California's Public Safety Realignment Plan and federal health care reform. California Faces Challenges Meeting Health Needs of Offenders Released from Prison http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/11/16.html Nov 16, 2011 Nov 16, 2011 With the health care safety net in California under stress from the state's continuing financial crisis, jurisdictions across the state face unprecedented challenges caring for the health and social service needs of people released from state prisons. California Faces Challenges Meeting Health Needs of Offenders Released from Prison http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1165.html Nov 16, 2011 Nov 16, 2011 With the health care safety net in California under stress from the state's continuing financial crisis, jurisdictions across the state face unprecedented challenges caring for the health and social service needs of people released from state prisons. Living Longer in Mexico: Income Security and Health http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1179.html Oct 18, 2011 Oct 18, 2011 Mexican citizens are living longer and overall have experienced an improvement in the quality of life compared to that of prior generations. However, the demographic transition in Mexico, combined with the lack of formal sources of income in retirement, places many older persons in a state of financial insecurity. Living Longer in Mexico: Income Security and Health (Spanish-language version) http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1179z2.html Oct 18, 2011 Oct 18, 2011 The information in this monograph contributes to an understanding of the factors that affect material well-being in Mexico for those 50 years and over and offers some recommendations for possible changes and further research in the areas of pension coverage, health insurance, savings and pension products, among others (Spanish-language version). Living Longer in Mexico: Income Security and Health: Executive Summary (Spanish-language version) http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1179z3.html Oct 18, 2011 Oct 18, 2011 The information in this monograph contributes to an understanding of the factors that affect material well-being in Mexico for those 50 years and over and offers some recommendations for possible changes and further research in the areas of pension coverage, health insurance, savings and pension products, among others (Spanish-language version). Living Longer in Mexico: Income Security and Health: Executive Summary http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1179z1.html Oct 18, 2011 Oct 18, 2011 The information in this executive summary contributes to an understanding of the factors that affect material well-being in Mexico for those 50 years and over and offers some recommendations for possible changes and further research in the areas of pension coverage, health insurance, savings and pension products, among others. AARP, el Centro Fox y la Corporación RAND Hacen Públicos los Resultados de un Nuevo Estudio Sobre el Envejecimiento http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/10/18/index1.html Oct 18, 2011 Oct 18, 2011 Mexican citizens are living longer and overall have experienced an improvement in the quality of life compared to that of prior generations. However, the demographic transition in Mexico combined with the lack of formal sources of income in retirement place many older persons in a state of financial insecurity. AARP, Centro Fox and the RAND Corporation Release Findings of New Study on Aging Trends in Mexico http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/10/18.html Oct 18, 2011 Oct 18, 2011 Mexican citizens are living longer and overall have experienced an improvement in the quality of life compared to that of prior generations. However, the demographic transition in Mexico combined with the lack of formal sources of income in retirement place many older persons in a state of financial insecurity. Do Disability Benefits Discourage Work? http://www.rand.org/pubs/working_briefs/WB111-1.html Sep 19, 2011 Sep 19, 2011 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is intended to replace lost income for people suffering from a disability that is likely to cause substantial long-term losses in earnings. This study examines the work history of SSDI applicants to determine whether receipt of SSDI benefits discourages beneficiaries from working, and how this effect varies by level of impairment. American Life Panel Uses Internet for a Variety of Surveys http://www.rand.org/labor/roybalfd/american_life.html Aug 17, 2011 Aug 17, 2011 RAND's American Life Panel surveys people age 40 and over on the Internet, which allows for greater flexibility in survey design and instantly accessible data. Current studies analyze opinions on Medicare Plan D, health shocks, and financial decisionmaking. Targeted Help on Skills and Training Is a 'Win-Win' for European Policymakers http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1068.html Apr 20, 2011 Apr 20, 2011 The economic crisis of 2008 undid much of Europe's progress in employment and economic growth over the previous 20 years. A RAND Europe study proposes that European institutions should focus on policies that support the most vulnerable groups in society in order to grow employment and reduce income inequality. How can Europe promote labour force participation and reduce income inequality? http://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB9578.html Apr 20, 2011 Apr 20, 2011 Improving labour force participation and reducing income inequality require social investment in the groups at risk. This study identifies challenges and suggests ideas for policymakers to improve the situation. Targeted Help on Skills and Training Is a 'Win-Win' for European Policymakers http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/04/20.html Apr 20, 2011 Apr 20, 2011 European institutions should focus on policies that support the most vulnerable groups in society in order to grow employment and reduce income inequality. Research Designs for Estimating Induced Entry into the SSDI Program Resulting from a Benefit Offset http://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR908.html Dec 14, 2010 Dec 14, 2010 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides income replacement to individuals who are largely unable to work because of a long-lasting health condition. SSDI participants who earn above a substantial gainful activity (SGA) threshold have their benefits suspended, following a Trial Work Period. A proposed "benefit offset" would instead reduce SSDI benefits by $1 for every $2 earned above the SGA threshold. This report describes two approaches to estimating the induced entry effects of the proposed policy. Disparities in Trauma and Mental Health Service Use http://www.rand.org/pubs/rgs_dissertations/RGSD272.html Oct 11, 2010 Oct 11, 2010 Examines racial-ethnic and gender disparities in trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder, barriers to mental health care, and mental health service utilization. Coverage of Fully-Funded Social Security Programs in Chile, Colombia and Mexico http://www.rand.org/labor/centers/clasp/research/projects/social-security-coverage.html Sep 15, 2010 Sep 15, 2010 Chile, Colombia, and Mexico each have fully-funded, defined-contribution social security systems, yet there are significant differences in system design and incentive that may affect individuals' participation. The research team compared the differences of individual coverage in the three countries' systems.