One of the best aspects of my role is meeting and talking with social workers in their practice contexts, hearing about developments in improving practice and finding better ways to support them in their work. I recently spoke at Harrow’s social …
For those of us working in or receiving support from forensic mental health settings, the role social workers play in ensuring that whole person and family approaches are taken is vital. They use their knowledge and relational skills to enable …
Regular readers of my blog will know how keen I am to have a focus on relational strengths based social work practice at the heart of adult social care. The Care Act has provided us with the legislative architecture to …
My first ever job as a qualified social worker was in a large inner city teaching hospital. It was an excellent start to my career. It was fast paced, demanding and a great opportunity to develop skills and confidence working …
In December 2015, a new offence of controlling and coercive behaviour in an intimate or family relationship was brought into law under the Serious Crime Act (2015). The law recognises that a pattern of coercive control lies at the root …
Social work is a constantly evolving profession, with new challenges arising every day. As social workers we adapt to these changes, using our knowledge and practice wisdom to help families and individuals tackle the complexities and stresses of modern life. …
As this year’s Carers Week enters its closing stages, we have had timely reminders of the commitment and honesty of those whose love and care for others is unconditional - and who at times have found themselves in situations where …
[UPDATE 25 Nov 2016] Today is Carers Rights Day, an annual day of awareness raising led by Carers UK, which not only encourages those in caring roles to seek help for themselves and their loved ones, but also challenges organisations, services …
I’m very pleased to be hosting this guest blog from Dr Paul Willis, Senior lecturer in social work with adults in the School for Policy Studies at the University of Bristol. His research and recommendations concerning attitudes and approaches to …
Social work contributes to improving people’s lives in so many ways. The work we do in the field of mental health is becoming an increasingly active and valued part of our role as we strive to sustain recovery and protection …