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Social Care, Service Users and User Involvement
Edited by Peter Beresford and Sarah Carr
This book provides a definitive critical introduction to service user views and involvement. It addresses both the theoretical and practical issues of service user involvement, and includes initiatives on the impact and outcomes from involvement. Learn More2012, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.10in / 228mm x 155mm, 288pp, AU$51.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-075-32012, Ebook, ePUB, 288pp, AU$51.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-264-8 -
Substance Misuse
The Implications of Research, Policy and Practice
Edited by Joy Barlow
Substance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. It is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities. Based on research and evidence, this book provides a sound basis for grounded and innovative practice. Learn More2009, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 5.98in / 229mm x 152mm, 240pp, AU$49.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-696-82009, Ebook, ePUB, 240pp, AU$49.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-219-8 -
Co-Production and Personalisation in Social Care
Changing Relationships in the Provision of Social Care
Edited by Susan Hunter and Pete Ritchie
This book explores the theory and practice of the developing innovative practice of 'co-production' - a model of service in which users of a service will play an active and participatory role in the service provided to them, adopting a working partnership. This book is important reading for social care practitioners and service providers. Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.46in / 228mm x 164mm, 168pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-558-92007, Ebook, PDF, 168pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-721-3 -
Reconceptualising Work with 'Carers'
New Directions for Policy and Practice
Edited by Kirsten Stalker
Demonstrating the scope and diversity of 'caring', the contributors highlight the positive aspects of caring and the interdependence of many caring relationships but also broach the sensitive and complex subject of 'poor' care and the importance of identifying and meeting the needs of 'hidden carers'. Learn More2002, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.18in / 232mm x 157mm, 208pp, AU$47.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-118-52002, Ebook, PDF, 208pp, AU$47.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-366-6 -
Mental Health and Social Work
Edited by Marion Ulas and Anne Connor
Examining the theory and practice of work with people with mental health problems, this volume considers the current state of policy and organisation and the changes that have taken place over the last decade in the field. The book charts the move away from separate, specialist services, and the resultant impact on service provision. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 248pp, AU$62.00ISBN: 978-1-85302-302-6 -
Social Care and Housing
Ian Shaw, Sue Lambert and David Clapham
Drawing out the implications for policy and practice from the latest research in housing and social work, this volume illustrates the lack of communication between practitioners that is hindering service provision, and provides suggestions for improving current practice. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 8.23in x 6.06in / 209mm x 154mm, 176pp, AU$57.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-437-5 -
Addictions and Problem Drug Use
Issues in Behaviour, Policy and Practice
Edited by Michael Bloor and Fiona Wood
This volume reviews recent research into the nature and effects of addiction and considers the usefulness of policies which aim to prevent it. The contributors focus on topics such as smoking, alcoholism, gambling and injecting drug use, examining treatment and the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programmes. Learn More1998, 224pp -
Planning and Costing Community Care
Edited by Chris Clark and Irvine Lapsley
Drawing on current research, this book assesses the issues and problems arising as social work and services departments learn how to implement the new community care legislation. Drawing on the experience of researchers, practitioners and managers, the book explores the development of policies for different types of service and support. Learn More1995, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 5.98in / 229mm x 152mm, 180pp, AU$58.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-267-8 -
Developments in Short-term Care
Breaks and Opportunities
Edited by Kirsten Stalker
This book addresses the question of short-term care from many perspectives. Particular attention is paid to the views of those in direct receipt of the service, while the issues of costings and quality, and the current research on provision to particular groups including disabled children and people with dementia, are also examined. Learn More1995, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 5.98in / 229mm x 152mm, 200pp, AU$46.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-134-3