Böcker av Joan Orme

The book argues that care management could create fundamental changes in the operation of British social services departments, but that it also has embodied in it the basic values of the social work profession.

Covering a range of methods, theory and contexts, this book bridges the gap between theory and practice with new reflection, placement and research-based features. A thoroughly updated edition of a renowned text, it provides an authoritative and accessible introduction to professional practice in social work.

Evidence-based practice is important to all social work students and practitioners. This book offers an informative account of why research matters to good practice and the importance of being research-minded. Clear, coherent and focused, it is invaluable reading across a range of research-oriented modules in the social work curriculum.

How can social workers and social care workers work positively with individual differences?Much has been written about both the formal and informal provision of community care, and women's role within this.