Venture Press
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Early Professional Development for Social Workers
The central focus of this book is on the early professional development needs of social workers. It has been compiled by editors with extensive experience of social work practice, education and research. The collection examines the radical changes that have taken place in social work over the last decade within the wider context of welfare policy and practice change within the United Kingdom. "... the real potential of this book is in bridging the gap between education and qualified practice. Social work educators, students and those employing newly qualified social workers should read this and discuss the transition from student...
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Elder Abuse
The increasing emphasis on abuse and protection in social work and social care demands that practitioners have knowledge concerning abuse, its impact and effective methods of working. This book provides an overview of contemporary developments relating to practice and policy in situations of elder abuse and neglect. This valuable addition to the lexicon on abuse will assist practitioners in a range of different settings.
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Enabling Future Care
Little attention has been paid to the immense struggles facing disabled people and their caregivers as they try to plan their long-term futures. This book sets out practical ways to maximise future care options for such community care user groups. It focuses on the priorities of older caregivers and people with learning disabilities to give numerous suggestions for increasing control people have over their affairs and links these to central legislation and entitlement issues. The book will be invaluable to professionals and academics who work with families tackling pressing future care decisions.
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Families First: A study of the implementation of a US short term intensive family support programme in the Netherlands and Germany
This monograph outlines the key components of the US family preservation programme families first, and its implementation within the Netherlands and Germany. It will be valuable to all those that manage or practice within the area of family support, and those who are interested in comparative social work and social policy.