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Have yourself a risk-free Christmas
- Author:
- PITT Vern
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.12.09, 2009, pp.16-17.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The author looks at some of the problems social workers may have to deal with at Christmas and provides tips for managing risk over the period. Situations include loneliness - both for children in residential care and older people who may find themselves isolated in their own homes. Social care services also need to make sure they have adequate staff available to cover over the Christmas period.
All is revealed in half the time
- Author:
- COOPER Judy
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.12.09, 2009, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Essex Council children's services have successfully reduced the time it takes to compile care proceedings assessments. The article explains how they gather information about parents and their parenting abilities using group work with six to eight families at times, as well as individual visits.
An institution that no longer offends
- Author:
- PEMBERTON Camilla
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.12.09, 2009, pp.18-20.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The Keppel Unit in Wetherby Young Offenders Institution (YOI) caters for vulnerable older boys (aged 15-18) whose needs could not be met on traditional YOI wings. The Unit is using enhanced and individualised support to help these offenders. Some views from the young offenders in Kepple Unit are also provided.
Ageism set to be outlawed
- Author:
- DIXON John
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.12.09, 2009, p.26.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The author sets out what social care services must do to end age discrimination by 2012 in line with the Equality Bill. The need for equality in assessment and resource allocation in the programme to personalise care are highlighted.
Aftercare is not an afterthought
- Author:
- VALIOS Natalie
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.12.09, 2009, pp.24-25.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Aftercare is the key to meeting the needs of stroke survivors, yet there are concerns that it has been neglected. This article outlines some of the reasons for this neglect, which include a focus on acute care and the barrier cause by the health and social care divide. It then looks briefly at areas of improving practice, including the Stroke Association's Life After Stroke Services model and work in Bromley Council.
Healthier in Hackney
- Author:
- GILLEN Sally
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.12.09, 2009, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The Care Quality Commission has awarded Hackney Council's adult social care services with an excellent rating for improved health and well-being and improved quality of life. This reflects its investment in preventive services for older people, including improving facilities for its ethnically diverse population which are discussed in this article.
Mental health prepares for tough choices
- Author:
- DUNNING Jeremy
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 3.12.09, 2009, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Many of the effects of recession are well known triggers for mental health problems. Local authorities and the NHS are likely to face the challenge of meeting increased demands on their mental health services with fewer resources. This article discusses the issues and the need for resources to be used effectively.
The use of restraint in care homes
- Author:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 3.12.09, 2009, p.30, 32.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
This article explains outlines the different forms of restraint used in care homes - chemical, technological, and passive restraint; when restraint is acceptable and unacceptable; and how what should be considered when deciding if to use restraint.
Who can hold their nerve?
- Author:
- GARBODEN Molly
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 3.12.09, 2009, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Children's services are likely to be under pressure as budgets tighten and demand for services rises. The advantages of adopting early intervention and prevention strategies in children's services are discussed.
Budgeting less for more
- Author:
- ETTRIDGE Geoff
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 3.12.09, 2009, p.24.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
In light of possible budget cuts in adult services, the potential threat to council enablement programmes is discussed.