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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)
Supporting confident social work practice with people living with dementia
- Author:
- RESEARCH IN PRACTICE FOR ADULTS
- Publisher:
- Research in Practice for Adults
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Place of publication:
- Dartington
An online resource providing practice guidance, tools and resources to help social workers provide positive and helpful support to people living with dementia. The practice guidance is based on key principles of how to work well with people and covers five sections: start with the person, maintain a relationship, involve support networks, uphold people’s rights, and work with ongoing changes. Each section gives evidence and information, including links to useful resources and tools. The three case studies also help practitioners to think through the different situations that people with dementia can face. Both the case studies and practice guidance raw on evidence from people’s lived experiences. (Edited publisher abstract)