...in the Care Act for integrated health and care, we need to be more ambitious about what social workers can bring to improving outcomes for people using services, their carers...
As social workers, meeting and supporting those experiencing extreme emotional states is part of the job. In the broadest sense we exist to support families and individuals struggling to cope with day to day living. We must be sensitive and …
The sad news of Robin Williams’ suicide this week has raised the profile of the impact severe depression and substance and alcohol misuse can have on people.
One of the best things about this job is that I get to travel across the length and breadth of England to meet social workers, social work managers, students and educators.
A great deal has been happening in relation to mental health and social work over the last couple of months and I am really pleased the sector is giving this very important area the priority it deserves.