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Supportive Care in Cancer : Official... Jan 2018The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the social work service at an accommodation facility for people receiving cancer treatment away from home with a focus...
PURPOSE
The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the social work service at an accommodation facility for people receiving cancer treatment away from home with a focus on distress, impact of support, and type of assistance received from the social work service.
METHOD
Guests who stayed at the Cancer Council Lodge during June 2015 were mailed a questionnaire collecting information about level of distress upon arrival and departure, impact of support in several areas, and what the service assisted them with specifically.
RESULTS
The sample comprised 149 guests. Social work contact (n = 19) was associated with greater reduction in distress between arrival and departure compared with no contact (n = 56). Contact with a social worker was associated with greater odds of agreeing or strongly agreeing that guests felt supported in 6 out of 10 areas assessed. These areas were managing the challenges related to cancer, approaching support services, asking questions of healthcare teams, accessing support services, coping with strong emotions, and understanding reactions of family and friends. The most common types of support received were emotional and informational support.
CONCLUSIONS
This study describes some of benefits of providing social work services to people receiving cancer treatment away from home and has implications for provision of social work service resources in similar settings. Further research could investigate the impact of this service in similar settings using randomised controlled trials to better account for potential biases. Research in this area has potential to inform program development and policy.
Topics: Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Cancer Care Facilities; Cross-Sectional Studies; Female; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Neoplasms; Patient Care Team; Program Development; Rural Population; Social Support; Social Work; South Australia; Surveys and Questionnaires
PubMed: 28762008
DOI: 10.1007/s00520-017-3828-z -
Social Work in Health Care Oct 2014Contemporary emphasis on measuring and evaluating observable, behavioral outcomes reflects a major change in the profession toward greater empirical basis for social...
Contemporary emphasis on measuring and evaluating observable, behavioral outcomes reflects a major change in the profession toward greater empirical basis for social work practice. This intellectual and methodological shift has created a gap between practitioners and researchers. While social work practitioners definitely should be more knowledgeable and receptive to interventions that have proven to be effective in helping people, social work academics must pay more attention to the realities of social work practitioners who struggle daily with expanding caseloads, ever-increasing time pressures to help clients whose lives are embedded in poverty, unemployment, oppression, racism, homelessness, and violence.
Topics: Evaluation Studies as Topic; Evidence-Based Practice; Humans; Professional Competence; Research; Research Design; Social Work
PubMed: 25397346
DOI: 10.1080/00981389.2014.949999 -
Gerontology & Geriatrics Education 2013As the need for gerontological social workers increases, it is important to assess faculty interest in strengthening and bolstering this area in the classroom and... (Comparative Study)
Comparative Study
As the need for gerontological social workers increases, it is important to assess faculty interest in strengthening and bolstering this area in the classroom and curriculum. This study sought to compare training and experience of social work faculty that identified aging as a teaching or research interest with faculty who did not, and to identify predictors of aging interest among faculty. A national sample of social work faculty members was recruited, and a total of 609 individuals participated in the study. The findings reveal that faculty with an interest in aging differed from nonaging faculty in the areas of knowledge of older adults, personal and paid experience, and graduate and continuing education. In addition, predictors of interest in aging included taking a graduate course, continuing education units, having paid and volunteer experience, level of knowledge of older adults, and comfort level of covering content on aging in the classroom. The connection between social work faculty and student interest in aging are discussed as implications for further social work research and education.
Topics: Adult; Aged; Aging; Career Choice; Curriculum; Education; Faculty; Female; Geriatrics; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Needs Assessment; Professional Competence; Research; Social Work; Students; Teaching
PubMed: 23384033
DOI: 10.1080/02701960.2012.718010 -
Social Work Apr 2017Regardless of your political preferences, the 2016 election will, in part, be known for its revelation of great divides in our nation. The focus of this editorial is on...
Regardless of your political preferences, the 2016 election will, in part, be known for its revelation of great divides in our nation. The focus of this editorial is on the importance of promoting our collective social work values and positions over the next four years. The profession engages a wide spectrum of people across economic, political, social, and educational experiences. There are many who feel a sense of fear, anger, and concern about their safety and their place in this country, particularly those who sit at the intersection of multiple forms of oppression. It is important that social workers provide spaces for diverse populations to find not only comfort, but also strong advocacy. It is now more critical than ever for social workers to be proactive, to be engaged, and to follow through to promote social and economic justice. Using the best of our profession—the integration of micro, mezzo, and macro perspectives—will ensure our impact and make a positive contribution to resolving the priority issues of the profession and society.
Topics: Change Management; Forecasting; Humans; Social Work
PubMed: 28339720
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Nephrology News & Issues Jan 2017The field of nephrology social work has undergone considerable change since the release of the 1976 federal regulations requiring a master's level social worker to be...
The field of nephrology social work has undergone considerable change since the release of the 1976 federal regulations requiring a master's level social worker to be part of the renal team. Moderated by veteran nephrology social worker Stephanie Johnstone, LCSW, those who have served patients in the front lines of kidney care speak here about the past-"What has nephrology social work contributed in the last three decades, and what it has struggled to accomplish?" - and about the future: "How can nephrology social workers best serve patients in the years ahead? Where is their greatest potential to advance the industry?" Ms. Johnstone, an NN&I Editorial Advisory Board member, has worked for Fresenius Kidney Care for over 33 years. She is currently the Field Support Liaison, Clinical Innovations Team and Lead Social Worker, So Cal Region for FKC, and is based in San Diego.
Topics: Forecasting; History, 20th Century; History, 21st Century; Humans; Interprofessional Relations; Kidney Failure, Chronic; Nephrology; Social Work
PubMed: 30408358
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Social Work Oct 2017Social work has a history of forensic practice, but social work as an integral component of the holistic model of public defense is new and is creating a demand for...
Social work has a history of forensic practice, but social work as an integral component of the holistic model of public defense is new and is creating a demand for better definition of roles and services. The intent of this article is to contribute to and encourage dialogue surrounding social work practice within the holistic public defense model. A brief overview of the indigent criminal defense system and its emerging models of defense practice is provided. Models of practice established by the Knox County Public Defender's Community Law Office are offered. Challenges, implications, and future directions are discussed.
Topics: Forecasting; Holistic Health; Humans; Lawyers; Social Work; Tennessee
PubMed: 28957575
DOI: 10.1093/sw/swx032 -
Australian Clinical Review 1991
Review
Topics: Attitude of Health Personnel; Australia; Humans; Organizational Innovation; Organizational Objectives; Practice Guidelines as Topic; Quality Assurance, Health Care; Social Work; Social Work Department, Hospital
PubMed: 8634036
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The American Journal of Psychiatry Jan 1965
Review
Topics: Humans; Social Work; Social Work, Psychiatric
PubMed: 14247314
DOI: 10.1176/ajp.121.7.692 -
Hawai'i Journal of Health & Social... Apr 2020
Topics: Aged; Cognitive Dysfunction; Hawaii; Healthy Aging; Humans; Social Work
PubMed: 32328586
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Social Work in Health Care 2003The practice of social work in health care is at a critical juncture, and laces an uncertain future. The authors provide an overview of the challenges facing social work...
The practice of social work in health care is at a critical juncture, and laces an uncertain future. The authors provide an overview of the challenges facing social work practice within the health care setting, as well as recommendations for enhancing social work practice and education. Challenges discussed include economic factors, demographic changes, and technological advances influencing the practice of social work in health care. The need for a proactive stance among social work professionals and educators is promoted. The proposed changes are intended to stimulate discussion and an exchange of ideas needed to maintain Social Work's relevance and integrity in the evolving health care delivery system.
Topics: Consumer Advocacy; Family Health; Forecasting; Genetics, Medical; Health Promotion; Humans; Managed Care Programs; Mental Health Services; Organizational Innovation; Preventive Medicine; Psychopharmacology; Social Work; United States
PubMed: 14526873
DOI: 10.1300/J010v37n03_01