Service User and Carer Participation in Social Work [Paperback]

This is the first text to examine the principal elements of service user involvement and participation across both adult and children's services. A valuable learning resource, it draws together information from research, service users, carers and practitioners across both groups. In addition, it gives an overview of the specific knowledge, attitude and skills that social workers need for training at qualifying level and integrates theory with evidence to inform everyday social work practice. Furthermore, case studies and activities encourage reflection and the application of this knowledge to practice situations.The first textbook to introduce student social workers specifically to the participation and involvement of service users and carers in social work practice.This is a very good text. The arguments put forward are clear and very interesting. Anyone with an interest in engagement and participation in any field should buy this text!In an area that has become increasingly important, it provides students with an overview as to why this is important to practice and the theoretical base for working this way.I found this to be an excellent book. I will use a lot of the exercises in lectures (with service users co-teaching) and in practice teaching. I liked it all!a useful text which will provide students with insight into the participation of service user and carers in social workIntroduction
Understanding Service User and Carer Involvement and Participation in Social Work Practice
The Origins and Development of Service User and Carer Involvement and Participation in Social Work Practice
Service User and Carer Involvement and Participation: rhetoric or reality?
Empowering service user and carer participation
Participation in Practice: Approaches to Involving Adults
Participation in Practice: Approaches to Involving Children and Young People
Conclusion