Social Work Case Studies

Mrs. Estell is a 47-year-old female here today for followup and discussion of recent events in her life. The patient has not been seen in the office since December 2014.

Lester is a 59-year-old, African American widower with two adult children. The client was recently injured in an accident on his way to visit his daughter. Mr. Lester suffered intracerebral hemorrhaging that left him unable to independently care for himself. It appears Lester’s injuries are catastrophic, and he will require 24 care that will include, assistance with the basic chores of dressing, feeding and self-care; if he does not return to his single-family home. Prior to this accident, he was an electrician, active member in church and a worship leader.

This essay will identify a case I have been involved in and have continuously had to assess whilst on placement. It will refer to a child who will be identified as A. A is a young carer and has only recently returned home after being removed from his mothers care due to her having a substance abuse problem and mental health concerns. I will link the legal framework that was relevant to this case study and describe actions taken. Additionally these actions will demonstrate the application of social work methods and theories that were contributive elements in his intervention, offering explanations as to why these particular methods were used. Before closing, the essay will review any issues of discrimination with a reflection of the

Kris is a 65 year old white female. She is currently an entrepreneur and also the manager to five of her children. Kris has a convenient lifestyle. She has a house and gets frequent visits from her children, kimberly (age 34), khloe (age 32), kourtney (36), Rob (age 29), Kendall (age 20), and Kylie (age 19).

his worker met with Anthony at home (1405 21st Avenue North apt #1). The interview was recorded and privacy practice were verbally reviewed.

Ms. Apple is a 45 year old African American woman who has been a widow for about 4 years. Ms. Apple has three children, whose ages range from 5-12 years old. Ms. Apple has been struggling to keep her family afloat since the death of her husband. Ms. Apple convinced herself that she would not require the extra assistance. However, she realized in attempting to provide alone has not only become very strenuous, but also quite costly. Expenses have become overwhelming for Ms. Apple to maintain, since her husband took care of the finances and was the breadwinner for the family. Ms. Apple has minimal education as she is able to read and write at grade school level. Ms. Apple also has never been employed as she was a home maker. At this

Ryan is becoming an experienced investigator. He is showing improvement in decreasing the number of overdue hotlines that he as each month. He has not had any overdue reports since August, 2016. He does have his Plans of Actions & recoding in his cases according to policy 90% of the time. He is able to identify risk in his investigations and develop steps to resolves any problems, or issues. He has a solid understanding of the statues, and regulations for PS cases and other programs and services that are state funded. Ryan understands the HIPPA rules and confidentiality. He utilizes numerous community resources to find answers, solutions, and ideas that are case specific in meeting the needs of the Reported Adult. He utilizes different agency

At hours on June 26, 2016, I, Cpl. Lessane, along with Deputy Wright, with the Hampton County Sheriff’s Office, responded to 2863 Two Sister Ferry Road, in the county of Hampton, in regards to a disturbance incident. Upon arrival, deputies spoke with the complainant, Susan Wells, who stated a yellow aggressive lab, chased her and her husband while riding their bicycle on Two Sister Ferry Road. Deputies attempted to make contact with the dogs and its own, no contact was made.

Terri a 44 year-old African American female present to outpatient counseling for severe anxiety and depression. The client identified current relationship problems with her boyfriend and multiple lapses while in recovery as stressors. Terri began recovery several months prior to seeking additional counseling. She also received services from a substance abuse counselor but wanted a separate counselor for possible couples counseling.

The client is a 46 years old woman whose roles included caring for her siblings and being a mother to her three children. She is very outgoing, loving, and kind and saw the best in her siblings even when they are divided emotionally. Her occupations included attending church, doing laundry, cleaning, visiting friends and family. The family support she received came mainly from her brother who she resides with temporarily due to a surgery to insert a pacemaker. The pacemaker was inserted shortly after she received a terminal diagnosis of an autoimmune disease. In the process to recovery she relied heavily on her social support of church members.

These interventions will help to provide Andrea with the resources she needs to work towards her goal of reunification. The first intervention is to refer Andrea for a psychosocial assessment. During this assessment, I would place specified concentration on a DSM-IV diagnosis. Andrea has had several diagnoses, an assessment to provide clarification can help to ensure that she is provided the best treatment options. During a psychosocial assessment, a DSM-IV diagnosis is a requirement in the beginning of the treatment, thus the detailed study using a psychosocial approach is often helpful in arriving at a diagnosis. (Holosko, Dulmus, & Sowers, 2013) Once this assessment has been completed we will better understand her diagnosis and be able to help her to understand her treatment options including a change of

Today, we have a patient arrive for a scheduled appointment, self-referred, with her sister. The client, Anika, is a 31 year old female of Indian decent. She has never been married or have any children as well. She is a part time graduate student in Library Sciences and currently holds a 3.79 GPA. Anika is also a full time employee at a bank. Originally from Boston, she now lives in Western New York to attend school. When she arrives for the appointment, she is properly dressed, not a crease in her clothes, or a hair out of place, and is average height and weight. She is cooperative with the appointment process and also provides logical information pertaining to the questions at hand. On the paperwork given to Anika, she states that she was demanded by her sister to attend the appointment, unclear exactly why her sister wants her to come. Her sister replies that Anika is very “stubborn” and “inflexible” with everyday life and, therefore, causes tension between them. When asked about her general lifestyle, Anika states she devotes almost all of her time to work. Working 40+ hours at the bank, and also being the part time student, the client says she lacks time for hobbies with friends and family. Even in her place of employment, she doesn’t have

Virginia is a 50 years-old white Caucasian female widow, who lost her husband 18 months ago at the age of 56 years. She lives in suburbs with her 50 years old son who face challenges with intellectual disability. She is active and able to take care of her son who has mental challenge. Virginia has frequently visited her primary doctor as result, of the symptoms she is expiring on daily bases. These symptoms are indicated as early signs of depression in older adults; which might be as a result of grieving over the death of her husband, and in cooperation of taking care of her son.

the client at this time has express his concern with mother, and reported things workout okay. the client reported that his mother stated she was all right with him moving on. the client is also working on second step at this time. He has so been making sure that his medication is refilled on time. The client has been dealing his finial issues he has signed up for his SSI benefits, and is looking to sign up low-income housing. The client appears to really want to be out on his own. the counselor will continue to meet with the client to address the client the six component of his treatment plan. CADC 1 Yolanda

THE OHIO STATE UNIVERISTY-NEWARK Case Study Assignment Social Work 4501 Christine Rager 10/6/2014   1.) To begin the family interview I would first introduce myself and greet the family while keeping in mind to only shake hands with the female family members (CDC, n.d.). After that, I would try to establish an adequate space that minimizes distractions to conduct family work. While establishing this space I would also do a mental evaluation of the living situation.