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This epistle, containing letter that is addressed to all survivors
emerging from shelters, concentrates the mind in a bomb shelter
awaiting the 'All Clear' after a thermonuclear war. It is directed
toward defining the problem of policy making and concerned with war
avoidance policies.
This epistle, containing letter that is addressed to all survivors
emerging from shelters, concentrates the mind in a bomb shelter
awaiting the 'All Clear' after a thermonuclear war. It is directed
toward defining the problem of policy making and concerned with war
avoidance policies.
Residential Homes do not have to be so bad; they can be - and occasionally are - the very best places for people to live. There have been many occasions in the last thirty years when residential care has seemed to be on the brink of a breakthrough - when we could have converted the service into something to be universally proud of. Managing Residential Care analyses what is wrong and proposes how residential care can be managed well. It covers the economic and political contexts of residential care, the practicalities of managing care, and the role of outside organisations, including inspection, local authorities, charities, private care companies and housing associations. Extended examples, throughout the text, demonstrate both how managers can succeed and how the powerful forces of mismanagement obstruct them. Managing Residential Care will be essential reading for residential care practitioners and managers, training officers and policy makers, and lecturers and students on social work and social care courses.
This volume seeks to analyze what is wrong with residential care
and proposes how it can be managed well. It covers the economic and
political contexts of residential care, the practicalities of
managing care, and the role of outside organisations, including
inspection, local authorities, charities, private care companies
and housing associations. Examples demonstrate both how managers
can succeed and how the forces of mismanagement obstruct them.
Recent residential care revelations, recent legislation and policy
directions (The Children's Act, Community Care), and the
introduction of training courses mean that residential care
practice is under national focus. "The Handbook of Residential
Care" addresses the particular problems experienced by residential
staff by bringing together many areas of work, different jobs and
responsibilities, in a variety of perspectives and settings and
addresses the challenges they face. In this practical guide, the
author has brought together a combination of real examples and case
studies, analysis, guidance and reflective discussion to present a
complete examination of working in a residential setting, both for
the elderly and for children. John Burton examines the fundamentals
of the work such as time management, keeping a diary, first contact
with a new resident, creating the right environment, building
relationships with children, and management styles. He also gives
specific examples of the day-to-day running of a residential centre
such as the instigation of a non-smoking policy and the management
of bed times in children's residential care.
Recent residential care revelations, recent legislation and policy
directions (The Children's Act, Community Care), and the
introduction of training courses mean that residential care
practice is under national focus. "The Handbook of Residential
Care" addresses the particular problems experienced by residential
staff by bringing together many areas of work, different jobs and
responsibilities, in a variety of perspectives and settings and
addresses the challenges they face. In this practical guide, the
author has brought together a combination of real examples and case
studies, analysis, guidance and reflective discussion to present a
complete examination of working in a residential setting, both for
the elderly and for children. John Burton examines the fundamentals
of the work such as time management, keeping a diary, first contact
with a new resident, creating the right environment, building
relationships with children, and management styles. He also gives
specific examples of the day-to-day running of a residential centre
such as the instigation of a non-smoking policy and the management
of bed times in children's residential care.
This book explores the theoretical foundations of gamification in
learning and education. It has become increasingly difficult to
engage and motivate students. Gamification not only makes learning
interesting, but also allows game players to solve problems and
learn lessons through repeated attempts and failures. This
"positive failure" can motivate students to attempt a difficult
mission. Chapters in this volume cover topics such as the
definition and characteristics of gamification, gamification in
learning and education, theories, research on gamification,
framework, strategy, and cases.
The most surprising feature of the Muslim traditions on the
collection of the Qur'an is their denial of any role in the process
to Muhammad himself. The merit of assembling and preserving the
record of the momentous divine revelations has been variously
ascribed to some half dozen of the Prophet's associates or
Companions, and these ascriptions have usually been treated as
hopelessly conflicting. Dr Burton argues that they are in perfect
agreement. Their sole function was the deliberate exclusion of
Mohammed. Dr Burton demonstrates in his analysis of the original
Muslim sources a series of subtle distinctions, the most
significant being that between the Qur'an document and source. This
1977 analysis of early Muslim traditions challenges existing
scholarly interpretations, and Dr Burton argues his case with a
wealth of detail. It is a book which all students of Islam will
find required reading.
The third part of a set of four volumes which seeks to provide an
historical and theoretical perspective for consideration of theory
and practice in conflict resolution and provention.;The authors
puts forward an adequate theory of behaviour which they contend is
needed to provide a basis for the analysis and resolution of
conflict. The other volumes cover human needs theory and practices
in management, settlement, and resolution in addition to a detailed
description of the facilitated conflict resolution process.
The third part of a set of four volumes which seeks to provide an
historical and theoretical perspective for consideration of theory
and practice in conflict resolution and provention.;The authors
puts forward an adequate theory of behaviour which they contend is
needed to provide a basis for the analysis and resolution of
conflict. The other volumes cover human needs theory and practices
in management, settlement, and resolution in addition to a detailed
description of the facilitated conflict resolution process.
To lead good care, social care managers must have professional and
personal authority: a clear understanding of the core task and the
emotional challenges of care, and the imagination to create an
organisation or team dedicated to meeting people's needs. This
guide gives managers the understanding of systems of care and will
inspire them to take the lead. Using the stories of four managers
leading four different care services, John Burton explains the key
issues and shows how, by focusing on the core task and taking the
authority to lead, managers can transform social care. Furthermore,
they will find their own work life-enhancing and immensely
satisfying.
In Saskatchewan, politics and potash are continuously, inextricably
intertwined. The province is the largest single producer of potash
on earth, accounting for about a quarter of the world's total
production. The industry has played a significant role in the
provincial economy for over 40 years and continues to contribute to
Saskatchewan's growth. Recoverable reserves of potash are well over
100 billions tons. With global markets currently in upheaval,
Potash explores the interface between politics and the industry,
the question of returns to the people of the province, and
considers new developments that portend changes to the existing
state of affairs. Written by an insider who helped nationalise the
industry in the 1970s, John Burton expertly integrates
behind-the-scenes accounts of the major players, archival material,
and interview sources to produce a book that cuts through the bull
and adds to our understanding of the world's greatest fertiliser.
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Swamp Nymph (Paperback)
John B. Thompson, John Burton Thompson
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Discovery Miles 3 640
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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Desmond Voldson, retired professor and WWII army officer, is faced
with the burden of caring for his invalid wife Jennie. A burden due
to his love for her and at the same time, the desire to be free of
the torment caused by her illness. He finds support from a group of
friends. Once his wife dies, her death is investigated by the CID.
Finding his life empty after her death, he courts a work colleague
and ex-student, Monica. Although she has reservations, they
eventually decide to share their lives, but Desmond is killed in a
road accident without discovering that he is the father of her son.
The story is set in a Yorkshire village during the 1960s against a
background of the effects of WWII on his friends.
Desmond Voldson, retired professor and WWII army officer, is faced
with the burden of caring for his invalid wife Jennie. A burden due
to his love for her and at the same time, the desire to be free of
the torment caused by her illness. He finds support from a group of
friends. Once his wife dies, her death is investigated by the CID.
Finding his life empty after her death, he courts a work colleague
and ex-student, Monica. Although she has reservations, they
eventually decide to share their lives, but Desmond is killed in a
road accident without discovering that he is the father of her son.
The story is set in a Yorkshire village during the 1960s against a
background of the effects of WWII on his friends.
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