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A framework for a great career

Posted by: Lyn Romeo, Posted on: 16 November 2016 - Categories: Education and training, Knowledge and skills, Mental health

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 …

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Tuning in to the sexual histories and lives of older adults

Posted by: Lyn Romeo, Posted on: 1 June 2016 - Categories: Education and training, Knowledge and skills

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 …

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Social work and the Care Act consultation

Posted by: Lyn Romeo, Posted on: 23 October 2014 - Categories: Consultation and engagement

I’m sure many will be pleased to see the Care Act 2014 regulations and guidance consultation response published today. It is the result of lots of hard work and application from across the sector. I am delighted that social workers …

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