• ISBN13: 9780415409452
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: Education & Psychology
• Publisher: T&F
• Publisher Imprint: Routledge
• Publication Date: August 6, 2007
• Pages: 192
• Original Price: GBP 35.99
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 350 grams

About the Book Written in consultation with a range of experts, clinicians and practitioners as well as adoptive children, families and birth relatives, this book gives helpful guidance on making evidence-based assessments and planning successful adoption support. Key features include: <ul> <li>a discussion of the main themes of adoption and pointers for practice in relation to the Assessment Framework </li> <li>a guide to the use of evidence-based approaches to assessment, including the tools commissioned by the Department of Health and the Department for Education </li> <li>a model for analysis and planning, and planning support and interventions </li> <li>an investigation of the source, range and value of support services and interventions that can promote the wellbeing of adopted children, their adoptive families and birth relatives.</li> </ul> Packed with practical advice, case examples and models of good practice, this book is invaluable for social workers and managers involved with the adoption process and the well-being of children and families. It is also essential reading for social work students learning about working with children and families.