Community Care
AUGUST 22, 2023
Community Care’s Choose Social Work campaign, which has been running since June, aims to champion the brilliant work social workers do every day, inspire the next generation of practitioners, and counteract the negative media coverage of the profession. We asked senior leaders to share their best advice for social workers, and why they are proud to be part of the profession.
My Brains Not Broken
AUGUST 22, 2023
One aspect of mental health that I think is fascinating is the idea of high-functioning mental illness. I’ve written posts about high-functioning anxiety and high-functioning depression and even though I’ve learned a lot about both over the years, there is still so much to learn. Lately, I’ve thought a lot about how my brain works when I’m experiencing high-functioning anxiety – the way I race to get things done, the pressure I put on myself to finish things by the
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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
AUGUST 22, 2023
● Until a few years ago, you probably never would have read a story like this one , from Toriano Porter, a member of the editorial board of the Kansas City Star. Because, until a few years ago, people with Toriano Poter’s lived experience were rarely hired by newspaper editorial boards. So this urgent story isn’t just about the tyranny of family policing, this time in the most literal sense of the term.
The New Social Worker
AUGUST 22, 2023
Practicing self-care is akin to learning how to cook a life-menu that nurtures, fuels, pleasures, and satisfies. What is on your menu?
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inSocialWork
AUGUST 22, 2023
Alyssa Ernst & Stephanie Stodolka Summers off! Workdays over at 3:30 p.m.! Paid time off during the holidays! Work with adorable children every day! A career as a school social worker no doubt presents some nice benefits, and it’s a noble pursuit that allows social workers to apply varied skill sets and work with an interdisciplinary team.
Reimagining Social Work
AUGUST 22, 2023
A poem arrived today … as I drove down Great North Road … and I thought it might be a thing to share … Rush through we must But, of course, They are here, always, The ancestors Even for and with those who don’t know, or care, Peering forward for just a passing instant back […]
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Social Care
AUGUST 22, 2023
".being a voice for this sector is monumental and I am honoured to accept this honour on behalf of the incredible colleagues who consistently make a positive impact." [Image created by freepik.com ] Proud and humble I have been recently honoured with the Order of the British Empire (OBE) medal for my contributions to social care and nursing, recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List.
Beautiful Voyager
AUGUST 22, 2023
Editor’s note: Rachel emailed to ask if she could share an essay about her mental health in honor of the launch of her new blog, Positively Anxious. She describes her goal as “to help others who might be experiencing the same issues feel seen and supported, and to put a splash of positivity into the planet, too!” Here’s her post! Ohh Rachel, you worry too much.
Abuse Survivor
AUGUST 22, 2023
Today, I want to share some thoughts that have been swirling in my mind lately. Life has a funny way of throwing curveballs, and I’ve certainly faced my fair share of challenges. But through it all, I’ve learned to harness my inner strength and use it as a driving force to propel myself forward. So, let’s dive into my journey of healing, growth, and the exciting new goals I’m setting for myself.
Community Care
AUGUST 22, 2023
‘Failing’ local authority adults’ services will not be turned over to independent trusts, the government has confirmed. Ministers will have the power to direct authorities to take actions to improve services or to take over specific council functions, but will not remove services from authorities and transfer them to other bodies, as they have the power to do in children’s services.
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.
Psychological Health Care
AUGUST 22, 2023
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, can be a challenge to understand and manage. As a parent you may feel stressed or frustrated, thinking that your child is misbehaving, while your child may be equally struggling to control their frustration when they find tasks difficult or boring to complete. However, children with ADHD aren’t misbehaving on purpose.
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