ABSTRACT

Relevant and thought-provoking, describes a new and imaginative approach to the needs of de-institutionalised people returning to care in the community. It shows that there is a challenging but dynamic contribution to be made by all community mental health workers in restoring dignity to the lives of those who have tragically been robbed of such a basic human need.

chapter |22 pages

Introduction

part |2 pages

Section I The Theory of Advocacy/ Empowerment Practice

chapter |28 pages

Case Management

chapter |28 pages

Day Programs

chapter |19 pages

Legal Advocacy and Organizing

chapter |24 pages

Program Evaluation

chapter |15 pages

Community Organization

chapter |8 pages

Conclusion

chapter |7 pages

Your Legal Rights When You Rent a Room

chapter |2 pages

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