Citizenship Social Work with Older People

"This book strikes a new chord in social work. The approach will engage many different people. Pause and reflect breaks make the text both accessible and meaningful." Jan Fook, Dalhousie University, Canada "It provides a stimulating and broad international perspective on a range of ideas and services relevant to citizens of an older generation." Janet Bardsley, Journal of Ageing and Society "It is refreshing to read a book for social work practitioners that does more than explain contextual policies and values but also suggests strategies for effective practice (including psychodynamic approaches) that practitioners can readily adopt." European Journal of Social Work. "Particularly strong on the value base relating to work with older people, because of its coverage of ageism, citizenship, inclusion and dignity" Paul Mansfield, University of Lincoln "Articulate, informed and critical, this book will be a good read for student and practicing social workers. Malcolm Payne has empathy with his subject but not sentimentality. His case studies are reflective and readable." Jill Manthorpe, King's College London "This comprehensive, optimistic and engaging book is an invaluable resource. Using thought-provoking case studies and reflective pauses, Malcolm Payne challenges ageist practice, giving helpful pointers for creative, critical practice at individual and community levels." Karen Postle, Independent Practice Educator

Malcolm Payne is Director, Psycho-social and Spiritual Care, St Christopher's Hospice, London, Emeritus Professor, Manchester Metropolitan University and Honorary Professor, Kingston University/St George's Medical School. He blogs at http://blogs.stchristophers.org.uk

Introduction; Exploring ageing and older people's lives; Integrating older people and their services; Social provision for older people; Social work skills with older people; Critical practice with older people; Creative practice with older people; Group and macro practice with older people; Social exclusion issues.