Using narrative in social work and social care to improve outcomes for people in later life. 3rd edition

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Abstract

The purpose of this practice guide is to help social workers and care managers reflect on the way they carry out assessments with older people, and improve the way they do so, by examining how they can use/make better use of narratives. This guide will:
1. Provide an overview of what we mean by ‘narrative’, its theory, and key features.
2. Describe the broader role of narrative within social work activity.
3. Consider how narrative informs practices that promote engagement, involvement, and person-centred, strength-based approaches with people in later life.
4. Give some practical examples of using narrative within complex assessments and settings to improve outcomes for people in later life.
Original languageEnglish
Number of pages22
Edition3rd
Publication statusAccepted/In press - 7 Nov 2023

Keywords

  • social work
  • social care
  • later life
  • care managers
  • assessments
  • narrative

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