Social Work And Direct Payments

Author : Ann McDonald
Publisher : Polity
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2010-03-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780745639550

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Social Work with Older People by Ann McDonald Pdf

Social Work with Older People provides an authoritative and practical guide to working with older people in a range of settings. It addresses the complexities of individual work with older people, as well as work with families, groups and the wider community, and is not afraid to tackle the challenges as well as opportunities of practice in this area. The book begins by explaining the demographic changes that have led to a ‘greying’ of the general population. It goes on to discuss the diversity in experiences of ageing across society, and the range of issues which confront older people and those who wish to work proactively with them. Clear attention is paid to the processes of assessment, care planning and review, with readers encouraged to reflect on developing good practice through case studies and exercises. Although it has a strong practical emphasis, the book also stresses the value of theoretical perspectives, with insights from fields such as sociology and psychology woven throughout the book. Clear links are also made to policy guidelines and organizational standards, without losing sight of the deeper, often more complex, issues that arise when working with older people. Social Work with Older People will be essential reading for social work students and practitioners, but also for others who are interested in the development of practice with older people as citizens and service users.

Author : Glasby, Jon,Littlechild, Rosemary
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2002-07-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781861343857

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Social Work and Direct Payments by Glasby, Jon,Littlechild, Rosemary Pdf

The 1996 Community Care (Direct Payments) Act came into force in 1 April 1997, empowering social services departments to make cash payments to some service users in lieu of direct service provision. Social work and direct payments guides readers through the issues at stake in this fundamental area of practice. The book summarises and builds on current knowledge and research about direct payments in the UK and considers developments in other European countries. It identifies good practice in the area and explores the implications of direct payments, both for service users and for social work staff.

Author : Dr. Heather Clark,Helen Gough,Ann Macfarlane
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1861345801

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It Pays Dividends by Dr. Heather Clark,Helen Gough,Ann Macfarlane Pdf

Drawing on interviews with older people, local authority care managers and direct payments support service workers, this topical report looks at how older people use direct payments and how they make them work. It considers the role of direct payments support services and local authority care managers in making direct payments a real option for older people. The report is particularly valuable in reflecting the views and experiences of older people themselves. This report is essential reading for managers, supervisors and social workers in local authority social services departments, those involved in the education of social workers and care managers, and direct payments support service workers.

Author : Glasby, Jon,Littlechild, Rosemary
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2002-07-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781847425508

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Social work and direct payments by Glasby, Jon,Littlechild, Rosemary Pdf

The 1996 Community Care (Direct Payments) Act came into force in 1 April 1997, empowering social services departments to make cash payments to some service users in lieu of direct service provision. Social work and direct payments guides readers through the issues at stake in this fundamental area of practice. The book summarises and builds on current knowledge and research about direct payments in the UK and considers developments in other European countries. It identifies good practice in the area and explores the implications of direct payments, both for service users and for social work staff.

Author : John Harris,Vicky White
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-10
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780192516862

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A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care by John Harris,Vicky White Pdf

This new edition has been fully revised and updated to provide over 1,800 A-Z definitions of terms from the field of social care, concentrating on social work as a significant area within this field. Covering social work theories, methods, policies, organizations, and statutes, as well as key terms from interdisciplinary topics overlapping with health and education, this is the most up-to-date dictionary of its kind available. It also provides extended entries on specialisms such as children and families, domestic violence, and residential care, and has been extensively updated to include new legislation. Useful appendices include a glossary of acronyms and a Table of Legislation, Regulations, and Codes of Practice, cross-referenced to Dictionary entries. Entry-level bibliographies and web links provide further resources and the web links are listed and regularly updated on a dedicated companion website. Written by two leading figures in the field, and a team of eleven contributors, A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care is a must-have for students of social work, social care, and related subjects, as well as for qualified social workers undertaking continuing professional development programmes.

Author : Robert Johns
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781844457618

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Social Work, Social Policy and Older People by Robert Johns Pdf

It is essential for social work students to know about social policy, to know why studying social policy is important in the social work degree, and to understand how social policy, when implemented, has a real impact on the everyday life of vulnerable people. This book provides plenty of examples of this impact, tracing the development of welfare provision for older people right through the twentieth century, leading up to an analysis of contemporary developments, which students will need to know about in order to practice effectively.

Author : Jon Glasby,Rosemary Littlechild
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781447326793

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Direct payments and personal budgets by Jon Glasby,Rosemary Littlechild Pdf

In the context of the Care Act 2014, this third edition of the leading textbook on personalisation considers key policy changes since 2009 and new research into the extension and outcomes of personal budgets. Direct payments and personal budgets have developed rapidly, transforming the whole of adult social care. In future, all care will be delivered via a personal budget, with direct payments as the default rather than the exception. As the concepts have spread from adult social care to other sectors, the changes have been controversial and difficult to implement. Front-line practitioners and people using services have struggled to make sense of these ways of working in a challenging financial and policy context. This accessible textbook is essential reading for students, practitioners and policy makers in social work and community care services.

Author : Lester Parrott,Noreen Maguinness
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781526414878

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Social Work in Context by Lester Parrott,Noreen Maguinness Pdf

This book examines key sociological theories that have contributed to the understanding of the nature of social work, its organisation and delivery. It provides key sociological concepts and theories to help student social workers better understand the nature of their work and the social and political context within which they will be working. Taking a practical approach to social work, and focusing on the application of theory, the book also provides insightful discussions to important thinkers such as Douglas, Beck and Furedi, and how their ideas have direct relevance for understanding the risk averse nature of social work.

Author : David Moore,Kirsty Jones
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-06-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780857256232

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Social Work and Dementia by David Moore,Kirsty Jones Pdf

This practical book enables those already practicing or joining social work to consider the various ways that people can be supported to live well with dementia. Areas focused on include how the personalisation agenda is changing services through self-directed support, re-enablement and telecare, how risk can be managed while choice and independence are maintained, and how safeguarding of people with dementia can be positively practiced. The authors present information on essential new developments in the field of dementia care including changes in legislation and Government policy as well as providing examples of positive practice from around the country.

Author : Leece, Janet,Bornat, Joanna
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2006-01-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781847421470

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Developments in direct payments by Leece, Janet,Bornat, Joanna Pdf

This book charts the change, critically evaluating progress, take-up, inclusion and access to direct payments by different user groups. With contributions from leading campaigners, academics, practitioners, direct payment users and personal assistants, the book provides an overview of the history of direct payments; presents findings from key research into direct payments and disabled people, older people, carers, people with mental health problems, people with learning difficulties and disabled children; discusses the implementation and development of direct payments provision and compares developments in the UK with those in North America. Developments in direct payments is an important source of information for social work students and practitioners and others working in the field of health and social care. The useful, up-to-date evidence and discussions relating to care, independence and control will also be of interest to users and providers of help and support.

Author : Michelle Evans,Andrew Whittaker
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010-05-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781844457281

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Sensory Awareness and Social Work by Michelle Evans,Andrew Whittaker Pdf

Understanding sensory needs is fundamental for social work and care management practice. Social workers are trained to reflect on their own practice, make useful application of theory and promote anti-discriminatory practice at all times. This book will assist students in identifying people who have a sensory need and enable them to have the knowledge, skills and values to address this. Designed specifically to encourage students to build confidence and develop skills essential to best practice, this book is specifically structured to address all aspects of sensory need.

Author : Siobhan E. Laird
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317864684

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Practical Social Work Law by Siobhan E. Laird Pdf

Practical Social Work Law: analysing court cases and inquiries presents legal issues associated with social work in an accessible format. It approaches the law in a way that is less daunting and more engaging by examining actual court cases and public inquiries, and explores the stories of real people and the legal and ethical dilemmas practitioners will face. The text adopts a problem-centred approach to learning by introducing the reader to key aspects of the law through a series of real-life situations; it addresses basic principles regarding the operation of the law and explores the lessons for good practice. Each chapter addresses a specific area of social work law including family breakdown, safeguarding children, youth justice, adults with disabilities, mental health and mental capacity. Landmark cases, cases drawn from the lower courts, tribunals, and ombudsman’s decisions are included throughout presenting an accessible account of the application of the law. Practical Social Work Law is an essential text for undergraduate, postgraduate and recently qualified social workers who are wrestling with the complexity of the law and the professional dilemmas it poses for their practice. "This book is unusual for a law book in that it is not only a reference book but also a very readable volume...[It] is set out clearly and provides a sound basis for student social workers new to the law and a refresher for qualified practitioners." Catherine Poulter. RSW. Integrated Community Services. Carmarthenshire County Council

Author : Martin Brett Davies
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781350313989

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Social Work with Adults by Martin Brett Davies Pdf

This best-selling book explores the crucial role of social workers in securing a better future for vulnerable and disadvantaged adult service users. Tacking the problems most common to this branch of social work it focuses on four major themes: personalization; mental health; substance use; and old age. Edited by the highly respected Martin Davies, and with contributions from some of the leading names in the field, Social Work with Adults provides a clear map and guidance to help navigate between the different elements of social work knowledge and practice. Whether a student on an undergraduate degree taking a module on working with adults or a qualified professional wanting to ensure they are proving the very best service they can, this is essential reading. The breadth and depth of coverage makes this text a perfect handbook for students of adult social work.

Author : Glasby, Jon,Littlechild, Rosemary
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781447326762

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Direct Payments and Personal Budgets by Glasby, Jon,Littlechild, Rosemary Pdf

This third edition of the leading textbook on personalization in social welfare payment systems in the United Kingdom brings the analysis wholly up to date, taking into account the major changes enacted by the Coalition Government since 2009 and pointing the way to the likely future, when all social welfare payments and support will be delivered directly, via a personal budget. This close examination of the theory and practice will be essential to scholars, policy makers, and practitioners.

Author : Joanne Perkins,SCA (Education).
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : People with disabilities
ISBN : 0901244856

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A Review of the Impact of Direct Payments on Independent Living for Disabled People and the Implications for Future Social Work Practice by Joanne Perkins,SCA (Education). Pdf