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 …
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 …
There are essential social work methods and inventions that all social workers should have the knowledge and skill to apply in a variety of settings. Social work has a long tradition of applying different approaches to help people achieve the …
Isabelle Trowler, Chief Social Worker for Children and Families and I recently wrote out to the sector inviting applications for the opportunity for additional investment in developing teaching partnership approaches. There is growing recognition by employers of social workers that …
I have often spoken of the value of strong communities and the role of social workers within them. Community is about supporting each other, without prejudice, to get the most out of life. This human rights, citizenship and inclusive approach …
It’s one of the privileges of social work that we are able to offer support and guidance during the very personal – and often hidden – struggles of individuals and their families. Caring for and protecting those closest to you …
Isabelle Trowler and I, in our capacities as the Chief Social Workers for Children and Families and Adults respectively, are happy to support any initiative which seeks to promote best practice and uphold human rights. The recently launched National Mental …
It’s International Women’s Day today. This year’s theme focuses on parity between the sexes and how we all need to do more – as individuals, organisations and society – to raise awareness, close the gap and put an end to …
Working alongside and with carers has always been one of the most satisfying areas of social work for Medway Council's Principal Social Worker for Adults, Justine Collom. In the week that seven major charities joined with Alistair Burt, Minister of …