Vulnerable Adults and Community Care [Paperback]

This book supports busy practitioners studying on the Post-Qualifying Awards for Social Work with Adults. Fully updated to cover the latest legislation, the material in this book is presented as a series of self-contained chapters, written by different authors, which takes the reader beyond pure facts and offers many differing and thought-provoking viewpoints. The text is packed with helpful tips and really encourages readers to engage with their client groups and to reflect upon practice in a more meaningful way.An essential text for students on the PQ Adult Social Work pathway Very informative. Well written, and up-to-date. A good resource for any social work modules on adults. (Senior Lecturer, Anglia Ruskin University)Good range of topics, useful updating. Helpful introduction to topics for students.I tend to teach only the mental health PQ award, so this book does not really cover my areas of teaching.
However, this will be a valuable addition to developing my own understanding of issues in this area and could be recommended as supplementary reading for very able students on the final year of the degree programme.A good reading resource to identify the issues surrounding vulnerable adults in the care setting. The text provides the student wiht the opportunity to discuss issues raised within the book which will enhance their overall learning of the subject.An interesting and informative book. Easy to read and useful for anyone working with adults in the health and social care sector.An excellent text for all working with this group of clients, both social workers and no-social workers alike.An essential text to guide practitioners through recent government policy with regard to self directed support and the implications for vulnerable adults.The Book has been used for students undertaking AMHP training.This is an excellent book in that it widens the term 'vulnerable' to include all aspects of vulnerability and not just safeguarding issues. It all6