Wed.Jan 26, 2022

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Government needs ‘compelling reasons’ not to remove children’s services from council

Community Care

The Department for Education“presumes” it will remove North East Lincolnshire’s children’s social care services from the council unless a commissioner reports “compelling reasons” not to. The DfE issued a statutory direction to North East Lincolnshire , after an Ofsted report in November rated the authority’s children’s services as inadequate. It hasappointed consultant Peter Dwyer, a former director, as a commissioner to oversee improvements.

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Technology takes off

Social Care

"There is now a seismic shift in the care sector’s digital focus and ambition." [Image supplied by freepik.com ]. Leading fulfilled lives in homes and communities. The Social Care White Paper asserts ‘When technology is embedded into care and support services, it can be transformative, helping people to live happy, fulfilled lives in their homes and communities.

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Podcast 042: Thinking Critically About Youth Work

Ultimate Youth Worker

In todays episode of the Ultimate Youth Worker Podcast, “Thinking Critically About Youth Work: Part One”, Aaron speaks with Dr. Brian Belton about the need for youth workers to be critically reflective about who we are as professionals. Over the years we have had some really great deep web chats with Brian, but this is the first face-to-face!! I mean he lives in the UK and Aaron is here in Australia!

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You Are a Relapse Survivor

Sober Courage

Relapse is a big part of my recovery journey that has filled me with feelings of guilt and shame, two very powerful negative emotions. My guilt reflects feelings of accountability and regret for the relapses that negatively affected me and my family. The shame brings deeply painful feelings of self-unworthiness, arising from the belief that … Continue reading You Are a Relapse Survivor.

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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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Federal report says child abuse deaths DECREASED during the pandemic – but an Associated Press reporter doesn’t seem to want you to notice.

NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

There's some big news in this report. Unfortunately, the Associated Press buried the lead. Remember all those scare stories about how, because COVID-19 prevented overwhelmingly white disproportionately middle-class “mandated reporters” from constantly having their “eyes” on children who are neither, their parents would unleash upon their own children a “pandemic of child abuse” ?

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Social Worker Offering Advice for Older Adults on Streaming TV Service

Social Workers Speak

Macie Smith offers advice on aging on Saltbox TV. South Carolina social worker Macie Smith has devoted her career to helping people older adults and people living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and developmental disabilities – and their families — live life to the fullest and get the best possible care. But when the COVID-19 pandemic hindered her ability to do more in-person consultations, Smith ramped up offerings on her YouTube channel, “Just Ask Dr.

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Review: Crip Camp—A Story of Empowerment, Hope, and Resilience

The New Social Worker

The empowerment, hope, and resilience that is demonstrated by Crip Camp is essential for social workers to know. Given the chance for self-determination, people will rise to the occasion, but the systems must permit it.

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[video] Late? 2 Steps to Stress Less

R.E.A.L. Social Workers

I’ve been a masters level social worker for almost 30 years. In 30 years of practice, I have never known a social worker who did not rush at some point in time. Do you find yourself rushing? It is natural to rush when we are running late for work or an appointment. Social workers are trained to respect others’ time. Rushing however causes the stress response to start.

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How Consumables Are Fueling Alcohol Addiction

Gateway Foundation

From pasta sauces to chocolates, alcohol is an increasingly popular ingredient in many foods, drinks and consumables. With consumables gaining popularity, many people recovering from an alcohol dependency may wonder if it is safe to consume food or beverages that contain small amounts of alcohol. While many people may think those with an alcohol dependency… The post How Consumables Are Fueling Alcohol Addiction appeared first on Gateway.

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Police Officers in Schools

Children and the Law Blog

How youth feel about police in their schools has an interesting outlook in Connecticut. Based on the article Report: School Officers Don’t Make Students, the risk of arrest is five times higher for Black and Latino students in schools with police officers. This shows another way police in schools are used to build on the school-to-prison […]. The post Police Officers in Schools appeared first on Children and the Law Blog.

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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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Addressing BPD in the Classroom_ Quickstart Guide

Counselor Toolbox podcast

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Stop Hate

Famcare

Football fans see this message on the back of the Buffalo Bills' helmets. "On Saturday, January 15 th , a gunman entered Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, TX, and held hostages for much of the day. We are grateful that all four hostages made it out safely, and thankful for law enforcement, first responders, and the security training that our partner Secure Community Network provided to this community.

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