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A feminist approach to practice in working With midlife and older women with HIV/AIDS
- Authors:
- EMLET Charles A., TANGENBERG Katy, SIVERSON Claire
- Journal article citation:
- Affilia: Journal of Women and Social Work, 17(2), Summer 2002, pp.167-190.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Older women with HIV/AIDS constitute an invisible population that is often ignored by organisers of HIV prevention efforts as well as by HIV and aging organisations. This article explores the importance of a feminist approach to practice with a population affected by the intersection of ageism, sexism, and AIDS phobia. Describes a support group for midlife and older women with HIV/AIDS is, and discusses four themes that were identified by the group participants.
Pathways to empowerment
- Editor:
- PARSLOE Phyllida
- Publisher:
- Venture Press/British Association of Social Workers
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 202p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
Comparative study of empowerment in social services, looking at Eastern Europe, Hong Kong, the United States and the United Kingdom. Includes chapters on: empowerment in social work practice; empowerment in a period of economic and political transition; empowerment under capitalism - the case of the United States; empowerment practice in social work in Hong Kong; empowering women; older people and empowerment in Britain; and work with families where children are at risk.
Crone songs: voices of lesbian elders on aging in a rural environment
- Authors:
- COMERFORD Susan A., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Affilia: Journal of Women and Social Work, 19(4), Winter 2004, pp.418-436.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Reports on a qualitative study with 15 lesbian elders exploring their perceptions of ageing in Vermont. Three broad themes were identified as having an impact: self-reliance mediated by interdependence, the state as context, and social supports. Implications for social work education and practice are presented.
Management, social work and change
- Editors:
- HARLOW Elisabeth, LAWLER John
- Publisher:
- Ashgate
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 208p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- Aldershot
Contains papers on: transitions in welfare provision from Beveridge to best value; the rise of managerialism in social work; managing change in services for older people; changing women's work; equalling the opportunity of a management career; social work in a global context; managing the development of social work in Russia; social work management in Finland; and social work management in Hong Kong.
Role induction and caregiver strain: a structural equation approach
- Authors:
- BERG-WEGER Marla, RUBIO Doris McGartland
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Service Research, 21(2), 1995, pp.33-53.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Using causal modelling, this study of 71 adult daughter caregivers of elderly parents examines direct and indirect relationships between two caregiver induction factors, caregiver reason for selection into the role and level of willingness to assume the role. The influence of caregiver reason for selection on level of willingness and post-induction caregiver strain is explored using structural equation modelling. Results suggest caregivers who perceive no other alternative for care are less willing to provide care. When caregivers perceive no alternative to care, they report decreased levels of willingness and increased strain. Implications for practice and future research are presented.
Dealing with alcohol problems: practice guidelines
- Author:
- BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS. Addiction (Alcohol problems) Project Group
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers
- Publication year:
- 1989
- Pagination:
- 90p., tables, diags., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
Identification, initial contact, assessment, management, evaluation, and special groups - women, children, young people, old people, and members of ethnic groups.
Gender and groupwork
- Authors:
- COHEN Marcia, MULLENDER Audrey
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 212p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Based on practice experience in both the UK and the USA, this book brings together groupwork knowledge, skills and values in a transatlantic partnership. The book summarizes the history of gender-based groups for both women and men and outlines a wide range of examples of groups in different contexts. These accounts encompass groups for older women and women facing inequalities in healthcare. Work with homeless people, with caregivers and lesbian and gay youth is described in detail and there is a particular focus on domestic violence, where groups can often determine the intervention of choice.
Gender and community care: social work and social care perspectives
- Author:
- ORME Joan
- Publisher:
- Palgrave
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 276p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Basingstoke
Discusses the gender assumptions behind social work practice and community care, and reveals the impact these have on men and women as providers and recipients of care. Outlines feminist theory and relates this to the development of policy and practice in community care. Goes on to explore how assumptions coloured by gender have influenced services to different user groups, such as people with mental health problems, older people, and disabled people. Ends by examining how good practice can be developed in regard to these issues.
Housing and social work, the BASW green paper: a consultative report
- Editor:
- McCARTHY Michael
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers
- Publication year:
- 1985
- Pagination:
- 79p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
Feminist practice in the 21st century
- Editor:
- VAN DEN BERGH Nan
- Publisher:
- National Association of Social Workers
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 415p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- Washington, DC
Looks at the future of feminist social work practice. Includes chapters on: feminist clinical social work in the 21st century; family-centred practice; reflective processes, social justice, diversity and connection; feminist administration; the politics of authority (a case analysis of a feminist health centre); the place of caring in rural women's work; a feminist ethic towards peace; global feminist zeitgeist practice; black and minority ethnic women; the underclass - blaming women for social problems; homeless women and feminist practice; substance abuse - a feminist perspective; women and AIDS; violence against women; and a feminist life-span perspective on ageing.