Collaborative Social Work : Strengths-Based Generalist Practice

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This textbook offers a model of generalist practice for working with family, group, organization, and community systems. The principles and concepts of generalist practice are introduced, the helping relationship and the collaborative model are outlined, and assessments are emphasized. The application of generalist practice with special populations is discussed at length, with particular attention to work with the poor, the mentally ill, the elderly, and people of color. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)