Bestselling

The Straightforward Guide to Safeguarding Adults

From Getting the Basics Right to Applying the Care Act and Criminal Investigations Deborah Barnett

This is a complete guide to safeguarding adults in frontline practice. Based on legal framework set out in the Care Act 2014, this new manual shows how to interpret the law and how to implement these principles in frontline practice. It also includes case studies to help recognise common issues, and tools for risk assessment.

2019 | £19.99 | 312pp | tp | World rights available | isbN-9781785923272

Social Work, Cats and Rocket Science

Stories of Making a Difference in Social Work with Adults Elaine James, Rob Mitchell and Hannah Morgan, with Mark Harvey and Ian Burgess

Forewords by Lyn Romeo and Mark Neary

A collection of social work case studies from frontline social workers, emphasising the importance of the job and providing everyday solutions to real problems faced. Includes reflective learning points and supporting case law. Essential reading for all frontline adult social work and mental health practitioners.

2019 | £20.99 | 176pp | tp | World rights available | isbN-9781784509859

Love, Learning Disabilities and Pockets of Brilliance

How Practitioners Can Make a Difference to the Lives of Children, Families and Adults Sara Ryan.

Forewords by Michael Edwards and by Rob Mitchell and Elaine James

Find some pockets of brilliance for your practice! Insights and inspiration from families of learning disabled people, who share their lives, challenges and wishes. Discover what sorts of help will really help the people you support. Social Work with Autistic People

Essential Knowledge, Skills and the Law for Working with Children and Adults Yo Dunn

Forewords by Alex Ruck Keene and Ruth Allen

Achievable solutions for social workers working with autistic people – including those with complex needs – to maintain full lives in their communities, and avoid inappropriate institutional placements. Practical, autism-specific approaches are offered to enable practitioners to support and empower autistic people to achieve a good quality of life.

2020 | £19.99 | 256pp | tp | World rights available | isbN-9781785920790

Social Work with Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Migrants

Theory and Skills for Practice Edited by Lauren Wroe, Rachel Larkin and Reima Ana Maglajlic

Foreword by Debra Hayes

Social work is an international profession and is increasingly having to respond to the needs of displaced people and those impacted by immigration control systems. This book is a vital resource for service providers, students and academics.

2019 | £24.99 | 296pp | tp | World rights available | isbN-9781784506742

Supporting People Living with Dementia in Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities

Key Issues and Strategies for Change Edited by David Truswell

Foreword by Professor Mark Johnson

An accessible guide covering the experience of people with dementia within several different communities such as Irish, Caribbean, South Asian, Chinese and Jewish. It also explores in detail common issues experienced across BME communities such as cultural differences, human rights and spirituality.