Description
Book SynopsisThis book critically examines the new agenda of welfare and assesses the implications for change for policy makers, formal and informal carers and consumers including examinations of key topics such as care planning and case management.
Trade ReviewThis volume, edited by Michael Titterton, makes interesting reading for those seeking to understand the practice realities of policy developments in community care over recent years... In a crucial but exceedingly complex area, their arguments make for valuable but difficult reading. -- Community Care
objective and forthright... The reviewer can identify very clearly with the conclusion of Mike Titterton, which when encapsulated must surely mean that all involved in community care must re-assess their basic programmes... It is to be hoped that critiques presented in this publication will be read and sensibly discussed by everyone involved in community care and acted upon NOW. -- Disability News
The authors, specialists from many backgrounds, forcefully tackle the impact of the changes. The no-punches pulled approach is refreshing and stimulating. -- Journal of the Institute of Health Education
Table of ContentsNotes on Contributors. Introduction. 1. Managing Innovation and Change in Community Care. 2. The Impact of NHS Reforms on Community Care. 3. Community Care Futures: Inter-Agency Relationships - Stability or Continuing Change? 4. Changing Services for People with Learning Disabilities. 5. Moving Out of Hospital into the Community. 6. 'The Best Move I've Made.': The Role of Housing for People with Mental Health Problems. 7. Case Management: A Review of UK Developments and Issues. 8. EPIC - A Scottish Case Management Experiment. 9. The Role of the Voluntary Sector in the New Community Care Arrangements. 10. Evaluation and Consumers. Conclusion. Index.
