Social work with people with learning difficulties : : Making a difference / / Susan Hunter, Denis Rowley.

• Superior document: Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter Bristol University Press Complete eBook-Package 2015
• VerfasserIn: Hunter, Susan,; Rowley, Denis,
• Place / Publishing House: Bristol : : Policy Press, , [2015]; ©2015
• Year of Publication: 2015
• Language: English
• Series: Social Work in Practice
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (248 p.)

In the field of learning difficulties there has been a revolution in professional understanding and user aspirations towards delivery of services. Institutional models no longer prevail; language, attitudes and practices have been transformed. Full of up-to-date case studies, practice examples and points for reflection, this exciting textbook explores how to embed this culture shift into mainstream services. It explores theoretical frameworks for working with people with learning difficulties and examines the role of services and the social worker, drawing on person-centred, community-centred and family involvement perspectives. Essential reading for anyone studying social work or nursing people with learning difficulties.

Table of Contents

Front Matter -- Contents -- List of tables and figures -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Context -- Key ideas -- Looking back: what can we learn from the past? -- Underlying conceptual frameworks -- Transitional points -- Transition to adulthood -- Setting up home -- Getting a job: from occupation to employment -- Becoming a parent -- Growing older -- Capacity, risk and protection -- Supporting people with complex needs -- Conclusion -- Conclusion: challenges for social work practitioners – staying person-centred and community-focused, and managing risk -- References -- Index