Social workers have traditionally considered the homeless and the elderly separate constituents. However, Dennis P. Culhane, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania and one of the country’s leading authorities on homelessness, predicts that in the next 10 years, the number of elderly people experiencing homelessness in the United States will nearly triple, as the final wave of baby boomers ages out.
Topics: Elderly/Aging Long Term Care, Homeless & Food Pantry, what social workers do
The US foster care system serves more than 600,000 children annually, with a significant 54% of them under age 10. Child Protection Services usually initiates contact with children in danger and intervenes in dysfunctional family situations when children are in immediate harm. When CPS finds it necessary to remove a child from its family of origin, the foster care social worker must find the child a safe haven.
Topics: Foster Care, what social workers do
A vast landscape of social services provided by an army of government and private agencies offers the marginalized in the United States relief in almost every area of need. The federal government alone has more than 1000 programs that help on rent, housing, and food. The problem is not that help is not available but perhaps that there's so much aid from so many different sources calling for so many different qualifications. The needy are overwhelmed and tend to shy away rather than timidly navigate this overwhelming opportunity to get help when they need it. This is where the case worker steps in.
Topics: what social workers do
In the complex and multifaceted world of case management, where social work, healthcare, and administrative duties intertwine, the practice of documenting case notes emerges as a fundamental task. This seemingly routine activity holds profound importance, forming the backbone of effective case management.
This blog explores the significance of case management notes, examining their diverse roles, best practices for their creation, and the subtle art involved in crafting thorough and effective documentation.
Topics: what social workers do
Immigrant and refugee rights have long been an issue of critical importance for social workers in the United States. Over 100 years ago, Jane Addams and Edith Abbott established social work as a noble profession while working in settlement houses that served as centers of residence and social services for migrants who had recently arrived in large numbers to work in America. Charitable organizations and religious and ethnic associations have long worked to facilitate the wellbeing and integration of migrants and displaced persons.
Topics: what social workers do, immigration
Social workers at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conducted a one-time, online Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey (ABES), during January–June 2021 to assess behaviors and experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic among high school students. An unexpected element of the survey's findings was that the pandemic had severe negative effects on adolescents’ mental health.
Topics: mental health, education, what social workers do
In today's world, Case management is a dynamic and evolving field that involves systematically and collaboratively assisting individuals. While theories and frameworks provide the foundation, the true measure of case management's effectiveness lies in its application to real-life situations. In this blog, we delve into real-life case management examples across diverse industries, exploring how professionals navigate challenges, apply theories, and achieve positive outcomes for their clients.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States engaged in an innovative policy experiment: for one year, the federal government expanded the existing child tax credit—making it available to families with little or no earnings, increasing the credit amount, and providing monthly payments instead of an annual payment at tax time.
Topics: what social workers do, social issues
In the realm of social work, where the impact on individuals and communities is profound, meticulous documentation is the backbone of effective practice. Social workers spend a significant amount of time recording case notes, interventions, and client progress, making the process both vital and time-consuming. The advent of case management software has revolutionized this aspect of social work, offering a transformative solution to streamline case notes and enhance the overall documentation process. In this blog post, we will delve into the challenges faced by social workers in documentation, the critical role case management software plays in addressing these challenges, and the transformative effects it has on the efficiency and effectiveness of social work practices.
In the social service area, they often find themselves dealing with people who are in need of support and guidance during life's most challenging times. There are two professional roles that often come to the forefront: social workers and case managers. These dedicated individuals play pivotal roles in assisting people facing various life challenges. However, understanding the differences between a social worker vs. case manager can be crucial when insuring proper support.
This is a continuation of "Case Management vs. Social Work: Unpacking the Differences." This time we'll explore the distinctions between social workers and case managers, and the roles they play in servicing their clients' unique needs during life's most difficult times.
Topics: what social workers do
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