Engaging people living with dementia with the creative arts
This handbook examines why, how and where creative arts can help meet the social, psychological and occupational needs of people living with dementia and their family carers. Bringing together case studies of music, dance, poetry, digital arts and more, this book explores the core skills needed to co-create inspiring programmes in various ......
Cultural Diversity and Social Justice in Health and Social Care
Understanding someone's cultural context is key to understanding and supporting them as a whole person. How do they view the world? What role does their community play in their lives? How does their culture influence the way they interact with health and social care professionals? Expert authors, recognised for their work in cultural competence ......
How to Succeed (and Hot to Fail) in the Helping Professions
How can we lead creatively, effectively and authentically in public sector organisations? This wide-ranging collection pulls together experts from across public life. From ambitious proposals on reforming child protection and social care, to person-informed essays on leading with emotion and dealing with blame, shame and trauma - this isn't a ......
Musical DBT-informed activities that equip educators, therapists, and parents with tools to reach the social and emotional needs of children through fresh and creative activities.
Transformative Approaches for Social Justice and Inclusive Practice
What can occupational therapy practitioners in the Global North learn from the ways OT is practiced across Latin America? This book offers a deep dive into the rich epistemologies, practices, and critical perspectives of Latin American occupational therapists. Featuring contributions from over 30 authors and collaborators across 15 Latin American ......
This book addresses and responds to the forced displacement crisis by exploring how music and music therapy can assist people in a range of settings around the globe. It offers a further understanding of practice and the opportunity to stimulate critical exploration of this area of work.
The stories within these pages draw on the personal narratives of surrogate partners, kink and BDSM professionals, escorts and intimacy coaches, to show that all forms of sex(uality) work have the potential to provide powerful healing.
Dive into the heart of social work in this pioneering A-Z reference guide which brings theory to life through the lived experience of social workers. Drawing on narrative accounts from a thriving community of practice, this justice-driven book offers authentic and intimate outlooks on the realities of social work.
Each chapter focuses on ......
