"Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness, to provide for their physical and spiritual needs. . . . We call upon responsible citizens and officers of government everywhere to promote those measures designed to maintain and strengthen the family as the fundamental unit of society." The Family: A Proclamation to the World Social Policies to Assist and Bless Families and Children Michael M. Seipel What government policies are in place to support families? Governments provide Social Security, health care, and other similar services. Corporations and employers provide pensions, health insurance, and other benefits. Churches and non-profit organizations provide spiritual guidance, counseling, food, shelter, clothing, and other necessities. What stresses do families face? Why should we help relieve the stresses on families? Families are under a great deal of economic stress, from challenges such as the high cost of hea...