Client Population Flashcards
Client Population
group served by a specific agency or to the universe of clients served by all branches of social work
What is the common element in social work practice?
various social casework methods are employed to serve individuals
What are issues that are susceptible to social work?
predictable life crises and transitions made more complex by disruptions in the economy, job market, economic deprivation, racism, sexism, homophobia, ageism, etc.
dramatic increase in people coming to the attention of social agencies with problems such as teenage pregnancy and mothering, AIDS, substance abuse and addictions, family violence, crime victims, homelessness, unemployment, immigration, etc
clients with chronic illness who reside in the community
people with chronic and terminal physical illnesses discharged from hospitals, while still in need of health services and care
