Description
Book SynopsisThis accessible book takes a unique person-centred approach to working with older people and provides an introduction to the legislation, policy, theory and research needed by social workers. The authors explore the experience of being an older person and how practitioners can work to make positive differences to older people's lives. In addition, the book:
- Goes beyond the mechanistic care management approaches to social work and encourages the reader to see older people holistically
- Features case studies and exercises to assist readers in reflecting on their practice
- Examines a range of contexts and perspectives, including sexuality, spirituality, learning disabilities
- Encourages wider reflection on the constraints posed by organisations employing social workers and the impact on their practice
- Provides an up-to-date exploration of safeguarding issues
The authors take into account financial constraints with regard to the care of older people and the impact of
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Part One - Setting the Context and Importance of ValuesChapter One - Reflective Social Work Practice with Older People: the professional and the organization
Chapter Two - Contextualising the Experience of Older People
Part Two - Equality and Diversity in Working with Older People
Chapter Three - Working with Older People from Black and Ethnic Minorities
Chapter Four - Working with Older People with Mental Health Needs
Chapter Five - Working with Older People with Dementia
Chapter Six - Working with Older People with Learning Disabilities
Chapter Seven - Working with Older People with Long Term Conditions
Chapter Eight - Working with Loss and Bereavement in Older People
Chapter Nine - Working with Older People and Sexuality
Chapter Ten - Working with Older People and Spirituality
Part Three - Enhancing the Well-being of Older People and Safeguarding Issues
Chapter Eleven - Skills in Working with Risk
Chapter Twelve - Skills in Safeguarding and Supporting Older People
