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paperback. This book renews the collective compact that created our public services in the 1940s using voices from service users and service providers. Sections explore long-term conditions, service redesign, information technology, leadership, co-production and quality. Editor(s): Davies, Celia; Walmsley, Jan; Hales, Mike. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: JKS; JPP; MBP. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 172 x 11. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447306931
ISBN
9781447306931
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.58

Hardback. This book provides the theoretical context for the Youth Empowerment Partnership Programme programme. It gives a full account of the process and outcomes of its unique development and reflects on the lessons learnt for future policy. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: 1D; JFS; JKS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 162 x 235 x 17. Weight in Grams: 474.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
Format
Hardback
SKU
V9781447305910
ISBN
9781447305910
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.30

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847420909
ISBN
9781847420909
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 41.08

Paperback. This textbook provides a straightforward introduction to the concept of agency and how it can usefully inform the practice of social welfare. Demonstrating a model of achievable change, it traces the origins of agency and explores the contributions of key thinkers from sociological and social policy perspectives. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 181 x 247 x 14. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847423306
ISBN
9781847423306
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 31.60

hardcover. This textbook provides a straightforward introduction to the concept of agency and how it can usefully inform the practice of social welfare. Demonstrating a model of achievable change, it traces the origins of agency and explores the contributions of key thinkers from sociological and social policy perspectives. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 179 x 13. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9781847423313
ISBN
9781847423313
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 92.13

Paperback. Written in an accessible style, this book highlights the distinctive aspects of social work policy and practice in Northern Ireland.It will be essential reading for academics and students of social work and social policy in Northern Ireland and a valuable resource for practitioners and policy makers. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 174 x 241 x 10. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847423320
ISBN
9781847423320
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.53

Paperback. By examining policy, meanings of 'home' and potential barriers to housing options, this book provides a comprehensive overview and investigation of housing issues for disabled people from a social model perspective. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 13. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428059
ISBN
9781847428059
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 37.95

Paperback. Drawing on the author's extensive research expertise and his links with welfare practitioners , this landmark study provides the first comprehensive assessment of the nature and associations between the three main forms of social disadvantage in Australia: poverty, deprivation and social exclusion. Series: Studies in Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, charts, tables. BIC Classification: 1MBF; JFFA; JKS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 15. Weight in Grams: 506.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428387
ISBN
9781847428387
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 40.81

Paperback. This original book explores the importance of geographical processes for policies and professional practices related to childhood and youth. Contributors from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds explore how concepts such as place, scale, mobility and boundary-making are important for policies and practices in diverse contexts. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JKSB1; RGC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428455
ISBN
9781847428455
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.58

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847428820
ISBN
9781847428820
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.27

paperback. This book examines the contribution of the NHS to the multi-agency and inter-professional child protection process. It examines the roles played by health professionals within child protection and investigates the nature and operation of the central policy community and local provider networks. Num Pages: 224 pages, 2figs.5tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JHBC; JKSB1; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 213 x 149 x 13. Weight in Grams: 301.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342447
ISBN
9781861342447
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.53

paperback. This timely report examines the strategic changes that are occurring within learning disability services as a result of the 2001 Valuing People White Paper. It offers evidence-based examples of good practice for all those involved in planning strategic changes to, or implementing change within, services for people with learning disabilities. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 297 x 210 x 5. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9781861345721
ISBN
9781861345721
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 29.12

Paperback. This major new book provides, for the first time, a detailed evaluation of policies on poverty and social exclusion since 1997, and their effects. Bringing together leading experts in the field, it considers the challenges the government has faced, the policies chosen and the targets set in order to assess results. Editor(s): Hills, John; Stewart, Kitty. Series: Case Studies on Poverty, Place and Policy. Num Pages: 408 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 239 x 23. Weight in Grams: 684.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861345776
ISBN
9781861345776
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 35.15

paperback. The literature on depression in old age has tended to be dominated by the medical model with its focus on symptoms and treatment. This report breaks new ground by adopting a psycho-social approach - one that explores depression in the context of the everyday lives of older people. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 5. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9781861346421
ISBN
9781861346421
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.85

paperback. This book is the first comprehensive exploration of an issue of growing importance to policy makers, academics, practitioners and students. It brings together contributions from prominent scholars to provide a range of theoretical perspectives, analysis and research about the role of housing and urban governance in addressing anti-social behaviour. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSB; LNFR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 546.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861346841
ISBN
9781861346841
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.77

Paperback. This book provides an engaging analysis of how older people manage the ageing experience and gives the reader an insight into what this means for policy and practice. Series: Ageing and the Lifecourse Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, figures. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 174 x 14. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861348852
ISBN
9781861348852
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.45

paperback. This book's striking message is that palliative care does not deliver on its aims to value people who are dying and make death and dying a natural part of life. Applying Social Role Valorisation, it argues for the de-institutionalisation of palliative care and recommends an alternative framework to current approaches. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9781861349217
ISBN
9781861349217
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 37.58

Paperback. Aimed at clinical practitioners, mental health professionals, social workers, and other human service professionals, this book can be used as a manual by practitioners and as a textbook for courses and training programs. Num Pages: 352 pages, 10, 17 text boxes, 3 worksheets. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 520.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442614017
ISBN
9781442614017
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.41

hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447301042
ISBN
9781447301042
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.37

paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447305842
ISBN
9781447305842
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.45

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