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The Myth of Multi-Tasking

Gary Direnfeld

Multi-tasking. Really? Whenever I hear that I wonder about someone trying to carry out too many expectations simultaneously where something inevitably loses out. That losing out may be one’s own well-being or the well-being of another or a relationship. Truth is, we all only have so much capacity. Perhaps more complex, it still may be more helpful to think of these actions: Prioritizing.

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‘After a week in the job, I couldn’t stop smiling’: the joy – and heartbreak – of life as a care worker

The Guardian

Chevonne Baker loves her work and the elderly people she looks after. But even at the best of times it is exhausting and poorly paid – and this winter she’s had to cope with Covid and a staffing crisis Chevonne Baker does this job because she is good at it, because she cares. She gets a sense of pride when her clients brighten up as she walks into the room.

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The Impact of Childhood Abuse on Adult Health…

Gary Direnfeld

Although she came for another matter, as we talked, I learned about her health issues. She for a long time had stomach and digestive issues. So far, her doctor didn’t have a diagnosis. Given our fulsome discussion, I suggested she ask her doctor to be checked out for Crohn’s disease. She did and for better or worse, I was right. Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease and is often seen as an autoimmune disorder.

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Plan to change social housing rules will aid domestic abuse victims

The Guardian

Proposal to scrap local connection test would make it easier for victims to move away from their abuser Domestic abuse survivors will find it easier to move away from perpetrators under proposals unveiled by ministers. The plans, which are being put out to consultation, would see the so-called local connection test scrapped. The test can stop victims from applying for social housing if they do not have a connection to a local area, potentially forcing an abuse survivor to live in the same commun

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5 Must Haves for Case Management

Thousands of nonprofits rely on case management software to help collect data, manage programs, coordinate with agencies, and provide life-changing health and human services. Adopting a cloud-based case management platform is essential for nonprofits and government agencies to operate more efficiently and make better use of their funding and budget.

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The National CASA/GAL Association for Children hosts its 2nd annual Walk Run Thrive to raise awareness for best interest advocacy April 30-May 1

National Casa Gal

Local CASA/GAL programs across the country are galvanizing support in their communities to participate in this unifying event, in support of children and families. Read More. The post The National CASA/GAL Association for Children hosts its 2nd annual Walk Run Thrive to raise awareness for best interest advocacy April 30-May 1 appeared first on National CASA/GAL Association for Children.

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Exposing the Right-Wing & Corporate Takeover of Education & Democracy - Jasmine Banks

Doin' The Work

Episode 50 Guest: Jasmine Banks Host: Shimon Cohen, LCSW. www.dointhework.com. Listen/Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Stitcher , Spotify. Follow on Twitter & Instagram , Like on Facebook. Join the mailing list Support the podcast Download transcript. Check out the new Doin’ The Work Collection of hoodies, tees, mugs, and tote bags!

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Social Workers in the DRC Building Community Centre

International Federation of Social Workers

Social Workers in the DRC Building Community Centre Colleagues from the DRC are working on building a community centre, named Centre Mwanga, at Uvira town in Eastern Congo. This project aims to offer health and psychosocial care to the local community, with the majority having suffered and traumatised by the continuous war in the country. […].

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How to challenge unhelpful thoughts

Prosper Health Collective

Negative unhelpful thoughts are often at the root of mood disorders. Knowing how to identify and challenge negative thoughts can be a very useful tool in improving mood and wellbeing. Find out how in this video by Caitlin Stark, Clinical Psychologist (Reg). The post How to challenge unhelpful thoughts appeared first on Prosper Health Collective.

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IFSW secretariat introduces internship program

International Federation of Social Workers

The IFSW is pleased to announce the introduction of internship program IFSW is continuously growing and pursues to advance social work development locally and internationally. In the same spirit, for the first time, the IFSW Secretariat is delighted to carry out an intern program with four students of HAN University- The Netherlands, with the view […].

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COMING SOON! Season Three of the Hospice Chaplaincy Show Podcast

Hospice Chaplaincy

We are currently recording new episodes for Season Three of the Hospice Chaplaincy Show. If you want to share your Continue Reading.

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Get Connected: Using Social Media for Social Work Success

Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.

You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.

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Ofsted slams children’s services leaders for placements ‘against young people’s best interests’

Community Care

Ofsted has slammed bosses at a South West council who have continually placed young people “against their best interests” in unsuitable houses of multiple occupation (HMOs). A warning that risky placements in poor-quality accommodation were leading some children and young people’s outcomes to “significantly decline” formed part of a sharply critical first full inspection at Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) council.

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What You See Depends on Where You Look

Gary Direnfeld

I have seen posts by folks who have visited Ottawa to “see for themselves.” They talk about the friendly atmosphere and kids playing with families. They show pictures of so called patriots wrapped in the Canadian flag. They say how polite and loving everyone is. With that, they denounce media reports of conflict and disarray. These same folks don’t report on the desecration of statues and they do not reflect on the impact on the city’s economy and the harms to business th