How are the burdens and difficulties of care giving balanced by the satisfactions experienced? How do the demands of care giving change over time and what are the policy and practice implications of such changes? How is a balance achieved between the needs of the caregiver and the cared-for person? The importance of family (informal) care both in making a reality of community care policies and in helping to sustain the quality of life of people who require support to remain within their homes is beyond doubt. However, whilst a considerable research and practice literature has developed in this area over the last ten years there remains much to learn about caring at both conceptual and practice levels. There is in particular a need to develop more dynamic models which account for the changing nature of care over time and integrates the perspectives of carer, cared-for person and the formal service network. Based on several years research conducted by the authors, "Understanding Family Care" integrates a number of theories and perspectives in order to provide a more holistic understanding of the needs of carers. Emphasis is placed on providing a balanced picture which recognizes both the burdens and satisfactions of caring, in addition to the coping efforts that carers employ. A new longitudinal model of caring is described and the various stages and processes are explored. Although the focus is primarily on the carer the perspectives of the cared-for person are not ignored and a model is presented which aids the integration of disparate viewpoints. In addition to theoretical and methodological debates, implications for policy and practice are fully explored. "Understanding Family Care" is recommended reading for practitioners and managers in the health and social services, as well as students of social science, nursing, gerontology and social work.

Understanding Family Care: A Multi-Dimensional Model of Caring and Coping

Politics & Social Sciences

Grant, Gordon

Nolan, Mike

Keady,John

Social Sciences

Open Univ Pr

User participation in research is still in its relative infancy with many practical, ethical, moral, methodological and philosophical questions unanswered. This text gathers together an international set of authors to explore these issues and begin to forge some practical solutions to each of these concerns. The book includes contributions on the use and application of narrative approaches, intervention and evaluation research, methodological development and quality thresholds. It provides a practical framework for all groups wishing to undertake research based on the principles and values of user participation.The book is structured around ten original case studies which explore the use of participatory methods in practice with a variety of groups across diverse health, social care and community settings.

User Participation in Health and Social Care Research

Science & Math

Hanson, Elizabeth

Mathematics

Open University Press

User participation in research is still in its relative infancy with many practical, ethical, moral, methodological and philosophical questions unanswered. This text gathers together an international set of authors to explore these issues and begin to forge some practical solutions to each of these concerns. The book includes contributions on the use and application of narrative approaches, intervention and evaluation research, methodological development and quality thresholds. It provides a practical framework for all groups wishing to undertake research based on the principles and values of user participation.The book is structured around ten original case studies which explore the use of participatory methods in practice with a variety of groups across diverse health, social care and community settings. These include older people, including those with dementia, people with learning disability, mental health service users and their carers, and children and young people. Unique and often groundbreaking studies from Australia, Sweden, the UK, and the USA are used to illustrate application of theory to research practice.

User Participation Research in Health and Social Care

Medical Books

Administration & Medicine Economics

Award winning musician Michael W. Smith shares his message of encouragement with a series of never-before-told stories, reflections on Scripture, and insight from friends.

Your Place In This World: Discovering God's Will For The Life In Front Of You

Religion & Spirituality

Smith, Michael W.

New Age & Spirituality

Thomas Nelson. Inc.

Join Michael W. Smith on a personal journey as you consider your life's purpose and how God's plan will guide you along the way. In "Your Place in This World," Michael expands his message of encouragement with a series of never-before-told personal stories, reflections on Scripture, and thought-provoking insights from his friends. Along this journey, you'll find help in discovering your purpose, your passion, and God's plan for your life. It is an odyssey presented in the same upbeat, heartfelt style that fans have come to expect from Michael's music.

Your Place In This World

Worship & Devotion

Definitely the feel-good book of the season, this entertaining work underlines the fun in Fundamentalism by lampooning such subjects as: Verses to Justify Anything; The Consecrated Consumer; and A Fashion and Theology Guide.

You Can't Curl Your Hair With Holy Rollers

Humor & Entertainment

Sarrett, Eve

Humor

I'm So Tired of Other People, I'm Dating Myself: An Insider's Guide to Being Single

I'm So Tired of Other People, I'm Dating Myself: An Insider's Guide to Being Single

Offers a variety of conversation starters, quizzes, and games to pass the time while traveling

Smileage: Fun Travel Games and Activities for All Ages

Travel

Specialty Travel

Cumberland House Publishing

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