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Reviewing Care Management for Older People
Edited by Judith Phillips and Bridget Penhale
This book discusses the development and implementation of several models of care management. Drawing together research to highlight the successes and the difficulties of translating the principles of care management into practice, it examines this subject with particular reference to: empowerment; needs-led assessment; and multi-disciplinary work. Learn More1996, 250pp -
Deaf Transitions
Images and Origins of Deaf Families, Deaf Communities and Deaf Identities
Mairian Corker
This book is a fascinating exploration of how deaf people place themselves in the contexts of both family and community, and forge their own identities. Corker lets her subjects speak for themselves through original writings and interviews, drawing from a cross-section of deaf society which spans gender, race, culture and sexual orientation. Learn More1996, Paperback / softback, 9.09in x 6.14in / 231mm x 156mm, 223pp, CA$44.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-326-2 -
Child Abuse and Child Abusers
Protection and Prevention
Edited by Lorraine Waterhouse
Based on both research and practice, this book provides a comprehensive picture of the success, fairness and significance of child protection services for children, parents and individuals. It approaches the problem of child abuse from the various perspectives of those affected (abused children and young people, parents and professionals). Learn More1996, 240pp -
Boring Records?
Communication, Speech and Writing in Social Work
Katie Prince
Boring Records? is a practical and eye-opening investigation into the central role of record keeping. Using the first-hand impressions and comments of parents, children and clinical social workers, the author demonstrates the centrality of the work of record keeping for social work practitioners. Learn More1996, 224pp -
Hearing the Voice of People with Dementia
Opportunities and Obstacles
Malcolm Goldsmith
Written for all those concerned with providing services for people with dementia and their families, this book explores the idea that communication is not only possible but also vital to the understanding and the development of services. The book is based on a series of interviews with sufferers and professionals working in the field. Learn More1996, 192pp -
Children and Young People in Conflict with the Law
Edited by Stewart Asquith
The contributors to this volume examine the range and nature of problem behaviours among children and young people and the changing nature of their offending, which is reflected in the ongoing examination of philosophies, practices and policies and the tension between `welfare' and more traditional `justice and punishment' approaches. Learn More1996, Paperback / softback, 0.04in x 0.04in / 1mm x 1mm, 280pp, CA$44.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-291-3 -
Empowerment in Everyday Life
Learning Disability
Edited by Paul Ramcharan, Gwyneth Roberts, Gordon Grant and John Borland
This book takes a unique approach to empowerment, starting by examining the lives and relationships of people with learning disabilities, their families and friends. Questions are then asked about how policy making, service provision and state legislation might be implemented in ways which would provide for an empowered life and lifestyle. Learn More1996, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.18in / 232mm x 157mm, 280pp, CA$59.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-382-8 -
The Construction of Racial Identity in Children of Mixed Parentage
Mixed Metaphors
Ilan Katz
This book is a major contribution to the literature on race, identity and child development, and offers a radically new way of looking at some of these issues. Based on intensive research on interracial families, the book reviews the previous literature relating to racial identity development, and shows it to be based on flawed assumptions. Learn More1996, 224pp -
Equipment for Older or Disabled People and the Law
Michael Mandelstam
This book explains the provision, both law and practice, of equipment and home adaptations to assist older or disabled people in daily living. The range of items covered is great, from alarms to artificial limbs, baths to bedrooms, chopping boards to crutches, electronic toothbrushes to environmental controls, and walking frames to wheelchairs. Learn More1996, 600pp -
Working with Elder Abuse
A Training Manual for Home Care, Residential and Day Care Staff
Jacki Pritchard
This practical training manual is written for home care, residential and day care staff, who need to be able to recognise elder abuse, but may not be trained to do so. Its large format, range of exercises and photocopiable worksheets makes it a valuable source of training material. Learn More1996, 196pp
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