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Flight to safety?
Legal Advice Proving you need emergency secure accommodation is not that straightforward, writes Ed Mitchell more
(18 May 2006 13:42)
Is london calling you?
For hundreds of years, people from all corners of Britain have been attracted to London with the hope of making their fortune. OK, that's unlikely to.... more
(11 May 2006 00:00)
CD Review: Vital Music
This CD is a collection of music "found to be appropriate for a hospital setting". It was put together as part of the annual music programme that the.... more
(25 May 2006 00:00)
Web Review: The Commission for Social Care Inspection
The Commission for Social Care Inspection has revamped its website and it looks good, writes John Burton more
(25 May 2006 00:00)
No show means no help
Services fail to engage with a young man who has substance and mental health problems. But are they accessible enough? more
(25 May 2006 00:00)
From the grapevine
Welfare Rights: Gary Vaux provides some benefits news that you and your clients may not have heard about yet more
(25 May 2006 00:00)
Past masters
The history of people with learning difficulties is a largely hidden and uncomfortable one. However, a project in Hertfordshire is looking back in.... more
(25 May 2006 00:00)
Collateral damage
Dr Gordon Harold looks at the implications of research on the effects inter-parental conflict has on children. more
(18 May 2006 00:00)
Court in the conflict
Domestic violence is a crime but bringing perpetrators to justice has proved difficult. However, fast-track domestic violence courts are helping to.... more
(18 May 2006 00:00)
Danger signals
The impact upon children of domestic violence is increasingly recognised. A risk assessment model in Northern Ireland is helping staff measure the.... more
(18 May 2006 00:00)
A subject worthy of in-depth study
The first specialised qualification in domestic violence started running in September last year. Graham Hopkins reports more
(18 May 2006 00:00)
Monograph: Male Victims of Female Perpetrated Domestic Violence
I confess I have inherent prejudices against academic language, writes Graham Hopkins. more
(17 May 2006 00:00)
Death with dignity
A terminally ill single mother wants to die at home surrounded by her children. Can her medical and emotional needs be met? more
(11 May 2006 00:00)
Model Village
With a dispersed and ageing population, Cumbria has embraced technology to build a virtual care village. Graham Hopkins reports more
(11 May 2006 00:00)
Door's always open
Kathy Jones tells Graham Hopkins how the homelessness service in Telford and Wrekin had to change its emphasis soon after she joined as manager to.... more
(04 May 2006 00:00)
My practice: Panos Vostanis
We need to consider the relevance for all agencies of interagency training in child mental health, says Panos Vostanis more
(04 May 2006 00:00)
Report review: Families and the State; Two Way Support and Responsibilities: An Inquiry into the Relationship Between the State and the Family in the Upbringing of Children
This report sought to answer two questions: is the family falling apart? And how should the state support parents and take over responsibility from.... more
(04 May 2006 00:00)
Sorry, not my department
A chronic medical condition caused mental health problems for a middle-aged man but his multiple needs did not fit into any service categories..... more
(04 May 2006 00:00)
Training materials: A Holistic Approach to Black and Minority Ethnic Mental Health
This resource looks at ethnic minority mental health problems and examines the role of cultural differences and institutional racism, writes Mike.... more
(04 May 2006 00:00)
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To order please call 0208 652 4861/4699 or send an email, more
(08 May 2006 11:24)
Sixty Second Interview with Martin Green
Martin Green is chief executive of the English Community Care Association, whose members are voluntary and private sector residential and nursing.... more
(26 May 2006 00:00)
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(09 May 2006 12:09)
It Don't Matter If You're Black Or White
Latest Tabloid clanger more
(31 May 2006 13:39)
Community Care Live 2006 (Thursday 18th)
Click on the links to go through to all of todays articles from the exhibition more
(18 May 2006 07:22)
Community Care Live 2006
For all the news and stories from this years Community Care Live, click Here more
(17 May 2006 12:52)
'We have simply got to do better'
Beverley Hughes managed to avoid being reshuffled and remained in her post as minister for children. Here, she tells Amy Taylor about plans for a.... more
(18 May 2006 14:48)
People moves - May
Sutton Council has appointed ADI COOPER as strategic director for adult social services and housing, replacing interim director IAN DAVEY. more
(31 May 2006 14:26)
New Families, Old Scripts: A Guide to the Language of Trauma and Attachment in Adoptive Families
For those working in the field of adoption, Archer and Gordon's practical guidance is a must, writes Wanda Barnard. more
(25 May 2006 14:52)
Steadying the Ladder: Social and Emotional Aspirations of Homeless and Vulnerable People
Lemos emphasises the roles of the connections and continuities provided by friends, families and neighbours, writes Helen Howard. more
(25 May 2006 14:49)
The Leaving Care Handbook: Helping and Supporting Care Leavers
Wheal has produced an accessible handbook with each section making clear points that are explained in a logical fashion. more
(25 May 2006 00:00)
Community Care Live
The annual two-day Community Care LIVE was held in May with 3,200 delegates attending both days and more than 100 exhibitor stands. more
(26 May 2006 08:32)
Extended schools can cut staff workloads
I write in response to Mick Brookes’ assertion at the National Association of Head Teachers annual conference that the government plans for all.... more
(03 May 2006 17:14)
Long distance placements problematic for all
The difficulty around the placement of children more than 20 miles away from their homes is compounded when counties do not have any facilities for.... more
(03 May 2006 17:11)
Learning from Community Care issue dated 25 - 31 May 2006
Click on the headlines to go through to the questions more
(25 May 2006 14:16)
Questions from Community Care issue dated 19 - 25 May
Click on the headline to go through to the question more
(18 May 2006 11:57)
Questions from Community Care issue dated 11-17 May
Click on the headline to go through to the questions more
(11 May 2006 08:18)
Questions from Community Care issue dated 4-10 May 2006
Click on the headline to go through to the questions more
(04 May 2006 11:39)
Sixty Second Interview with Maxine Wrigley
Sixty Second Interview with Maxine Wrigley more
(31 May 2006 00:00)
Sixty Second Interview with Romy Langeland
60-Second Interview with Romy Langeland, chief executive of the Aberlour Childcare Trust
more
(16 May 2006 00:00)
Criminals given restoration order
With all the Home Office shenanigans over the foreign criminals stampeding our streets... more
(26 May 2006 16:07)
Secure homes failing children with mental health needs
Young people detained in local authority secure children’s homes are not being given the help they need with severe mental health problems. more
(31 May 2006 10:44)
SEN figures suggest racism in the classroom
New research has claimed that children from certain ethnic minority groups are encountering racist attitudes and different treatment in school,.... more
(31 May 2006 10:36)
Police forces progress on child protection pledge
The Home Office has promised that a new system to facilitate the sharing of information across all police forces in England and Wales will become.... more
(31 May 2006 10:40)
Campaigners call for an end to low aspirations for disabled children
Schools, children’s centres and youth services should have higher expectations of children with disabilities, the Disability Rights Commission has.... more
(31 May 2006 10:32)
Fraud against local authorities reaches £111 million in two years
Fraud uncovered in local authorities and the NHS increased by a third to £111 million over the past two years, according to a report by public.... more
(31 May 2006 10:18)
Children's hospices given £27 million funding
Children’s hospices will be able to deliver improved care to children who most need it as a result of £27 million worth of funding announced.... more
(30 May 2006 00:00)
Charities urge government to end postcode lottery of wheelchair provision for children
Children and spokespeople from children’s charities Barnardo’s and Whizz-Kidz are to go to Downing Street this morning (Wednesday) to highlight how.... more
(31 May 2006 00:00)
Hospices for children win funding reprieve
Essential care services for thousands of terminally ill children across England have been saved from closure by a £27m boost from the government. more
(30 May 2006 16:13)
More than 300 social workers admit medium to high risk offences to GSCC
The General Social Care Council is considering 375 applications for registration from qualified social workers who have declared medium- to-.... more
(30 May 2006 00:00)
My new job needs fresh skills MORE...
