Essentials of Community Care

The second edition of this guide to community care, aimed at both health and social care practitioners, offers a clear and structured introduction to present policy and practice. It is illustrated throughout by pertinent case material and has been updated with the latest policy developments and new literature.

Auteur

PETER SHARKEY was formerly a Principal Lecturer in Social Work at Liverpool John Moores University, UK.

Contenu

Introduction
Background to Community Care
Care within the Community
The Shifting Boundaries of Community Care
Care Management and Assessment
Inter-Professional Issues in Community Care
Social Support and Community Care
User Empowerment and Community Care
Adult Abuse and Community Care
Conclusion
Bibliography