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This text considers the relationship between formal and informal support and how different forms of support, such as practical help, material resources, emotional support and material advice, make a difference to parenting.
Supporting people with a variety of challenges including hearing loss, impaired speech, visual impairment, and physical and learning disabilities requires a range of communication skills, such as listening, sign language, and using body language. This book enables adults with limited verbal communication skills to express their views.
Working in residential or domiciliary settings involves a responsibility to safeguard adults from abuse. This workbook provides staff and relatives with the ability to make sensible choices concerning prevention and protection, as well as responding to and reporting concerns. It also examines the different forms of abuse.
The patterns and policies for community care which have been phased in since April 1991 present both a stimulus and a challenge. This book is a collection of essays which provide an introduction to many of the complex issues facing social workers when planning and implementing these initiatives.
Written for social work practitioners involved in practice education, this overview of contemporary theory and knowledge helps to develop readers' skills as practice educators.
Demonstrates ways in which evaluation can and should be an important dimension of social work practice. The book presents an assessment of both qualitative methodology and of the empirical practice movement, and the contributors have varied perspectives.
Presents an introduction to the wide range of communication skills needed for contemporary health and social care practice. This book outlines the importance of communication skills in health and social care training and practice. It is suitable for undergraduates on health, social care and social work courses, as well as qualified practitioners.