Social Work Case Study: Yong Center

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 is applied research where a knowledge development objective is the end result (Blanche & Durrheim, 1999: 41).

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

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

Richardson that she will have a discussion with her supervisor as to whether the Division should have court involvement with her case. The worker asked Ms. Richardson if she has ever been court involved in the past regarding her DCPP case. She responded no. The worker told Ms. Richardson that she has to ensure that the children are safe and because the case is not moving forward regarding her substance treatment and the conflict between her and her older son Ruddy court involvement may support with getting these goals accomplished. The worker told Ms. Richardson that she has to ensure that Emerson and Ruddy are safe and sense of well-being. Ms. Richardson told the worker that the counseling sessions are going well. The worker told Ms. Richardson that at her next visit to the home she would have her sign a consent form allowing the Division to speak to the clinician that meets with the family. Ms. Richardson agreed to do

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

R/s Paul Ashley has end stage renal failure and he needs hemodialysis or he will die. R/s Mr. Ashley was staying at Southland Nursing Home, but he can’t returned there until his daughter, Gloria Echols sign for him to receive dialysis. R/s Mr. Ashley is qualified to receive dialysis treatment at Fresenius Medical Care Freedom, but Ms. Echols is failing to sign the paperwork. R/s Mr. Ashley has been discharged from McLeod Medical Center, but he is stuck there because he has nowhere to go. R/s Mr. Ashley also has dementia and he is total care.

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.

Kayla made slight progress with improving her social functioning, as indicated by Kayla learning to she should be nice to others and compliment them on the good things and not focused on negative or blaming

They live with their parents and their father’s mother. Ana’s father is a chiropractor, and her mother stays at home with the younger brother and grandmother. This gives the counselor information on the family dynamics and who cares for the child on a consistent basis. Also, because the grandmother lives in the home, it may also be necessary to understand the relationship between Ana and her grandmother.

Mr. Chronis reported that the reason for the evaluation is due to the mother’s hospitalization in the summer for breaking into someone home. Mr. Chronis stated that since then she has had supervised access. Mr. Chronis reported that the court recently gave the mother unsupervised visits with the children, he indicated that the children have been unwilling to have visits with their mother.

John, age three illustrates tremors and cries uncontrollable. John look as if he is not speaking as he should for his age. His vocabulary is very limited as if he is behind for his age. He is at this time not walking on the level that he should be. John lived with both of his biological parents. In addition, John has not had much structure in his life because he did not have many rules to abide by. Due to the lack of structure, John did not have a set routine of what time to go to bed and he could wonder the house freely. John’s father has had several job. In addition, John’s father also stays out late at night, selling drugs and manufacturing methamphetamines within the home. Even though John’s father sold drugs, there is no reports on him using drugs. In addition, manufacturing drugs in the home may have lead John to be exposed to drugs, which can have an effect on the child’s development. Due to Johns father’s actions, he was arrested leaving John not having a father figure in his life.

My opinion of this work changed as I learned more about it and Dalí. My initial opinion was that he was trying to communicate all the sexual and possibly violent instincts men have toward women. The woman representing all the harmless and innocent women that are subjected to unwanted sexual desires, violence, and submission. The tigers representing sexual frustration of men and the long-legged elephant in the background representing the people who see these terrible things happening and choose not to speak up. They go about their business, but carry the weight of what they know and have seen, which is what the large triangular load upon its back represents.

Henry is a 21 years old collge student, he is an international student from China, he was born in China and live with his parents until he was 17 years old.Henry is now living in a shared house. Henry reported that he did not have any health problem in his childhood. Recently Henry feels he has been really depressed and he has trouble fall asleep at night. Because he feels he can not do well at school also his parents doesn’t understand him, he feels he can’t focus in class and easily got distracted when doing homework. Henry stated he always doing many tasks at the same time, but normally can’t finish them. And Henry also stated that he have difficuties when communicating with others, and he thinks is hard for him to keep listening

Supervision in social work is defined by Barker (1999) as an administrative and educational process used extensively in social agencies to help social workers further develop and refine their skills, enhance staff morale, and provide quality assurance for the clients. The short term objective of supervision is to provide workers with the work structure and agency resources which help to increase workers knowledge and skills to do their jobs effectively and professionally. The long term objective of supervision is to provide clients the most efficient service possible, consistent with agency policies and procedures.