دانلود کتاب Social Work with Older People, 2nd Edition (Transforming Social Work Practice)

This volume helps develop the knowledge, skills and values that allow the reader to promote the well-being of older people within a social work setting. It enables the reader to develop the key skills required to understand the mental and physical needs of older people in society while encouraging discussion and critical, independent thought. In addition, this book is a source of contemporary research and offers the reader insights into government legislation and policy. Read more... Content: Introduction to the second edition -- Values and ethics in social work with older people -- The changing context of social work practice with older people -- The legal, policy and political context of social work with older people -- Specific areas of social work practice with older people - mental health and learning disability -- Specific areas of social work practice with older people - sensory impairment and physical impairment -- Vulnerability and abuse -- Partnership and participation -- Conclusion. Abstract: A comprehensive text to develop the knowledge, skills and values that allow the reader to promote the well-being of older people within social work settings. Read more...