Communities
Understanding and Assessing Communities
The community studied for the immersion project was based in Riverside, CA, between the University of Riversdale and the downtown area of Riverside. A community can be thought of as any location in which the people have a sense of cohesiveness. The cohesiveness can be a result of a wide variety of different factors such as proximity, shared resources, beliefs, political affiliations, needs or many other factors. The area studied is a walkable community that stretches from a ten mile area from one end of University Blvd. To the other end of University Blvd. Understanding the various aspects that influence community members within a location can be beneficial to social workers because they can relate to the individuals better. By understanding an individual's surroundings, a social worker can be more empathic to the unique challenges people face.
General Description of the Immersion Community
In the ten mile trek from the University of California -- Riverside campus and the downtown area, one will witness a very diverse community. In proximity to the university, you would generally witness college students going about their daily activities. However, as you approach the downtown area, you will see a more diverse population that includes Latinos and African-American families as well as a significant homeless population.
Figure 1 - Google Map Image of the Community Studied
The college are appears to be a safe environment where many people socialize publically. The demographic composition of this group appeared to consist of mostly Asian and Caucasian ethnicities. There are various shopping centers mixed in with student housing. There are also several parks and sporting complexes. The roads are lined with Palm trees and the overall experience seems relaxed and inviting. The campus...
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