ORGANIZATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES OF CHILD CARE DURING THE WORLD WAR I
The paper deals with the organization of care for children during the World War I, a crucial event of modern history, which influenced the ways humankind chose in XX century. The tragedy of war affected children - the most vulnerable group of society; hundreds of thousands of children were in destitute condition, lost their families, homes or died. All health indicators, both physical and psychical, were influenced by the war and, as a result, worsened considerably - morbidity increased, particularly infectious diseases; there was a high incidence of dystrophy; poor physical development caused by malnutrition; increased child mortality. Social conditions caused by the war resulted in the growth in juvenile crime and child prostitution. Categories of children who were given special attention depending on the situation in the country are listed. The activity of government authorities and charitable organizations and institutions, both pre-existing and created during the war to provide care for war victims is analyzed. Types of child care are represented, chief among them being care and education as well as food, medical treatment, money and clothes, legal aid. In spite of the fact that there was a large amount of institutions, many children in need couldn’t get the necessary aid and feel adults care of them and their needs. Main approaches, forms and methods of child care used in 1914-1917 can be adapted to nowadays situation.