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Vagrants - A category of need used in the Elizabethan Poor Law that was comprised of those who lacked roots in the community.

Valid data - Data that when examined provides the information sought after.

Values - Preferred ways of believing that prescribe appropriate behavior (called ethical behavior).

Veterans Benefits - Income security programs for veterans specifically recognize the service of war veterans. A Veterans Disability Pension is available to all whom apply to Veterans' Affairs Canada provided there is a service-related medical condition.

Visible Minorities - individuals who can be visibly identified and are perceived as belonging to racial groups other than those of European origin.

Voluntary agencies - Agencies that are private and profit making; nongovernmental institutions.

Voluntary clients - people who have chosen to seek services of a social worker.


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