Social Work Case Summary

As I observed the N.A. group, I compared Hepworth 's, Direct Social Work Practice, five stages of group development. The Preaffiliation stage involves observation and feeling out the environment of the group; members may be hesitant to speak or test out certain behaviors to see reactions from other members of the group or the facilitator (Hepworth, Rooney, Rooney, & Strom-Gottfried, 2017, 2013). Returning group members greeted each other with hugs, handshakes, pat on the back, while newcomers sat quietly observing others. The facilitator provided an introduction and instructions for participation. Each member was instructed to introduce the first name, state "I am an addict" and take turns reading from the

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

My client’s name is Mandy, an Aboriginal woman with intellectual disabilities and struggling with depression. She is a single mother with a 10 years ears old daughter and receive ODSP benefits that is not enough to cover her expenses. Actually she used to be independent and live with her family and earned a living. Her life was going on fine until she had a car accident that left her with disabilities. Initially her family supported her until her parents passed away. Then she moved in with her sister and her family. Apart from her disability, she also has other health issues, she is diabetic and obese. She lost her independent after the accident. Decision are made for her because of her disability, she had little or no say in the affairs of her life. She wants to take charge of her life but she does not know how to go about that since most decisions were previously made on her behalf. She recently lost her sister to drug overdose and she would have to look for an alternative accommodation.

PER REPORTER: Shane said this family already has an open case but nothing has been done about the situation because Vickie and Tim are friends with the case worker who is over the family’s case. Shane said the case worker over the family’s case goes by Gloria or Glenda at CPS. Shane said Tim does the worker’s laundry and Vickie use to worker with the woman’s children at their school. Shane said if the following information is disclosed to the family then they will know he made the following report. Shane said he does not believe Kayla is supposed to leave with Jackson in her care because she only has visitation rights. Shane said he and Kayla bought went to rehab which is how they got close to each other. However, Shane said one day while they

Ruthie is described as being lonely and odd in some ways. She laughs all by herself, wore different color socks, and enjoys playing with kids. She is older than most of the children she hangs out with, but this would be one of the reasons people would spend time with her. Ruthie has something to teach to the kids and they can go to her for advice when what they really need is an adults opinion. They can share things with her which they may not be able to do with their parents or siblings.

At approximately 1558 hours on May 10, 2016, Hampton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Melvin Circle and Co-op Road East, in the county of Hampton in regards to a fight in progress on a School Bus. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the bus driver, Arneal Thompson, who stated he had two students fighting on the School Bus. Deputies made contact with both students, transported the subjects to The Hampton County Sheriff’s Office, gathered the pertinent information needed and released both students to their parents.

Christine is in a particularly vulnerable position right now. Not only is she an adolescent on the verge of adulthood, but she is also in foster care. She is trying to achieve a sense of autonomy for herself, but she has several adults determining what happens in her life. Unlike typical teenagers who only struggle against the protection of their parents, Christine has case workers, lawyers, foster care supervisors, and foster parents in addition to her biological parents. Her foster care Case Manager needs to stand out as someone Christine can trust and feel comfortable talking to about her life.

This worker met with Mr. John Wayman to review the report and we met in Brookdale office. Privacy practices and Tennessen notices were reviewed and signed. The interview was recorded.

Mezzo) Ruth has a Mother and Father, two younger sisters who both have husbands and children. Along with a younger brother who also has children. She has some friends at the gas station, the only decent make in her life is the “crew leader”.

Through the session the clt at first seemed to be disassociated with her real feeling. Clt shift from crying while talking, to getting really tense up when expressing her self in a angry matter.

This worker called and informed the mother that Tommy would be late for the visit due to the shortage of cars. This worker and social worker Erik Lara picked up Tommy at his placement at 3:12 P.M. and arrived at the library at 3:30 P.M. The mother arrived at the library at 3:38P.M. and watched Tommy play. Tommy switched from paying with mini plastic figures to the construction foam blocks. When Tommy was playing with other children, this worker reminded the mother to interact with Tommy. The mother explained that she would not have much time playing with her son since he constantly moved by the time she sat down. However, she approached Tommy and identified numbers and letters that Tommy was placing on the board. This worker informed the mother that Tommy might have defecated due

Discussions: Mrs. Smith reported that Josh still talks back to them repeatedly, refuses to complete his homework and sneaks food constantly. Mrs. Smith expressed a poigant concern with his anger and non compliance behavior. She explained that Josh is becoming physically aggressive toward her. Mr. Smith stated that Josh and his Mother are always arguing and would like josh to be respectful to his mother. Mrs. Smith informed the team that josh is also having some challenges at school which resulted in him getting kicked off the bus and was chided at school for aggressive behavior and inappropriate language. Mrs. Smith expressed she has be in a melancholia state and is seeking appropriate help.

The article has two authors, Peter De Jong a director of social work in Calvin college and and Scott D. Miller a therapist and trainer. The publication is Social work, volume 40, number 6, November of 1995. The author’s main point is to help social workers in their cases, by focusing on including the “miracle question” coping question, expectation questions and emerging strengthen towards their clients. By asking them questions that pertain to their life crisis and struggles they face. The therapist must allow their client to actually be convinced that their problems will actually be solved. Those miracles do come true, only if you imagine. “Suppose” sets a stage for the client to imagine their problem will be solved. Also, the therapist must mention the outcome of their imagination. For example, by asking them if it does happen, what will you do? Ask them who would be the first person to notice something is different about you the next day. Say what else; how can you do