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Book SynopsisSynthesizes empirical research to extract practical applications for practice, emphasizing the how to of gerontological home health care through a discussion of the field's relevant issues. This book includes chapters on home health care policies and funding; cultural and diversity issues; and, the development of a relationship.
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Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments 1. The Context of Social Work Practice in Home Health Care 2. The Social Work Role in Home Health Care 3. Culturally Competent Social Work Practice in Home Health Care 4. Engagement of the Client in Home Health Care 5. Social Work Assessment of the Individual in Home Health Care 6. Social Work Assessment of Social Systems in Home Health Care 7. Social Work Interventions with the Individual in Home Health Care 8. Social Work Interventions with Social Systems in Home Health Care 9. Evaluating Social Work Practice in Home Health Care Afterword Appendix: Internet Resources Works Cited Index
