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Social workers’ impact on policy through regulations: a case study of the U.S. Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
- Authors:
- BELTRAN Susanny J., MILLER Vivian J., HAMLER Tyrone
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Work, 22(2), 2022, pp.539-555.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Summary: Involvement in the political process in the United States is critical for social work professionals, as social policies dictate funding and programming in social work practice. Yet, there is little to no focus given to the regulation writing process in the social work literature in the United States. This article contributes to the scant body of knowledge that addresses the regulatory process from a social work perspective. A brief overview of the regulation writing process is provided, followed by a case study using the regulations for the U.S. Older Americans Act Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program to illustrate the process. Findings: A total of 85 comments, submitted to the Federal Register docket, were analyzed using content analysis. Findings reveal that comment submissions varied greatly in terms of length, source, and input. Notably, findings indicate low participation from the social work profession. Application: The open comment period of the regulation writing process offers a free, but effortful, window of opportunity for social workers to engage in post-legislative advocacy. There is a need to support the involvement of the social work profession in the regulation writing process, through practice and training enhancements. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social work practice with older people
- Author:
- RESEARCH IN PRACTICE FOR ADULTS
- Publisher:
- Research in Practice for Adults
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Place of publication:
- Dartington
Online resource providing a range of practice tools to support social work with older people. The tools focus on the case study of a retired couple who are dealing with the consequences of ageing. The case study moves through seven time periods as their circumstances change and the responsibilities for caring develop. The resource includes an action planning tool and a critical reflection tool. An introductory webinar outlines how to use the resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
Best practice with older people: social work stories
- Authors:
- JONES Karen, WATSON Susanna
- Publisher:
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 216
- Place of publication:
- Basingstoke
Social workers often have to handle a great deal of negativity in their working lives. This book celebrates social work practice at its most positive and influential and, in doing so, contributes to a growing literature on critical best practice. Focused on 12 unique and compelling stories of social work with older people, the book is arranged in four parts covering these themes: relationships; working creatively in organisations; difference and disagreement; and rights, risks and good judgement. The authors provide a fresh and realistic insight into life as a social worker, and the dilemmas and difficulties that practitioners typically face. They illustrate how knowledge, theory and research are integrated in professional decision-making and action. They show social workers analysing their own cases, and include reflective questions to help readers formulate their own learning, thereby to develop their own practice. This book provides students on qualifying courses with an invaluable perspective on real life practice, and gives qualified practitioners the opportunity to reflect on and better their own practice. (Edited publisher abstract)
E-social work and at-risk populations: technology and robotics in social intervention with elders. The case of Spain
- Authors:
- ROBLES Yolanda M de la Fuente, CANO M del Carmen Martin
- Journal article citation:
- European Journal of Social Work, 22(4), 2019, pp.623-633.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Information and communication technologies are increasingly relevant. Finding a sphere of activity that is isolated from technological advancement proves increasingly difficult, and social work is no exception. Therefore, given the socio-demographic and technological context for this sector in Spain, we must face and tackle new challenges. Focusing exclusively on the elderly, e-social work highlights new skills and abilities that can be developed by means of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), which are viewed as powerful tools that can guarantee egalitarian access to an improved life standard. Nevertheless, despite the digital divide growing smaller, its impact on people over 75 is still significant; hence, we need to use every tool at our disposal to reduce it to the bare minimum. With that purpose in mind, this article discusses usability, the causes of unequal access to ICTs, technological gerontological pedagogy and robotics as forward-looking technology. The aim is to technologically enable the senior population by adapting the necessary interfaces for an easier interaction; likewise, online intervention also aims for the utilization of alternative technologies. Technology has completely changed the world we live in pushing us to a new approach towards old age, fragility and chronicity. ICTs in social intervention must be a true source of opportunities to further social cohesion. (Edited publisher abstract)
A role for social workers in improving care setting transitions: a case study
- Author:
- BARBER Ruth D.
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Health Care, 54(3), 2015, pp.177-192.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
High 30-day readmission rates are a major burden to the American medical system. Much attention is on transitional care to decrease financial costs and improve patient outcomes. Social workers may be uniquely qualified to improve care transitions and have not previously been used in this role. The authors present a case study of an older, dually eligible Latina woman who received a social work driven transition intervention that included in-home and telephone contacts. The patient was not readmitted during the six month study period, mitigated her high pain levels, and engaged in social outings once again. These findings suggest the value of a social worker in a transitional care role. (Edited publisher abstract)
The use of humor, jesting, and playfulness with traumatized elderly
- Author:
- MONAHAN Kathleen
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Mental Health, 13(1), 2015, pp.17-29.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Social workers and health care workers are likely to encounter older people who have been traumatised in a variety of ways during their lifetime. This article presents the benefits of humorous interventions in trauma work, guidelines for its use, and two short case examples of using humorous interventions with older people. (Edited publisher abstract)
Clinical practice with older LGBT clients: overcoming lifelong stigma through strength and resilience
- Authors:
- HASH Kristina M., ROGERS Anissa
- Journal article citation:
- Clinical Social Work Journal, 41(3), 2013, pp.249-257.
- Publisher:
- Springer
- Place of publication:
- New York
This article provides an overview of the unique challenges and strengths of the older lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population and the theories and evidence-based interventions that can be used to work with them in a clinical setting. Two case studies will be used to highlight potential issues in clinical social work and provide guidance for intervention with LGBT older adults. The article concludes with a summary and implications for clinical social work practice. (Publisher abstract)
Social work, older people and migration: an overview of the situation in Sweden
- Authors:
- FORSSELL Emilia, TORRES Sandra
- Journal article citation:
- European Journal of Social Work, 15(1), 2012, pp.115-130.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This article aims to give insight into social work practice with elderly people in Sweden and the manner in which migration challenges the context of elder care. The article starts by describing the changes that Swedish elder care has undergone through the past few decades and how elder care is organised. It then describes the cases of 2 migrant families who care for their elderly relatives in order to draw attention to some of the specific challenges that social work practice with older migrants and their families can pose. Both these cases show that there is a need to develop social work practice in order to meet both the needs of the older migrant and the needs of their families. The article argues that social work practice with these specific populations needs to become aware of the implications that understandings of ethnic ‘Otherness’ have for how elder care is planned and provided. Moreover, it is argued that the globalisation of international migration and the ethnic diversity in older populations that it brings about demand that social work is delivered in a more generationally aware way. Aiming to solely increase the social integration of older migrants can end up jeopardising the social and economic integration of their families.
Transforming society?: social work and sociology
- Authors:
- PRICE Vicky, SIMPSON Graeme
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 185p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
Society is undergoing change, and, as a result, social welfare services - including social work - are being transformed. This book explores the sociological basis of contemporary society and shows how social workers experience tensions and contradictions in practice. The book uses case studies and self directed activities to enable students to relate sociology to daily lives. It explores key themes in turn, examining their relevance for social work and how they can be applied to practice, particularly in areas such as children and families, mental health, disability and older people. Relevant and accessible, the authors explore aspects of class, ethnicity and gender and conclude with suggestions of how sociology can inform practice and enable social work to engage with processes of transformation. The book provides material for students of social work and social care, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Teresian House: using the environment to support cultural change
- Authors:
- BRENNAN James S., BRANCACCIO Patricia, BRECANIER Pauline
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Work in Long-Term Care, 2(3/4), 2003, pp.223-231.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
This case study describes the nearly 10 year culture change programme at Teresian House, a 300 bed, faith-based facility in Albany, New York. Building on the mission of the Carmelite Sister for the Aged and Infirm, a series of simple environmental changes prepared the facility for operational culture change. The problems and challenges which emerged, and the responses, are discussed. The article outlines specific environmental factors and their value to the nursing home residents in their physical, psycho-social, and spiritual health. The community's response to the new setting is also addressed. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street Binghamton, NY 13904-1580)