Social work
It's not an easy career choice - but it can be a fantastically rewarding job. Get the expert take on social work
The historical viewpoint
While the failures may be memorable, the history of child protection is generally a positive tale of increasing awareness and support.
Caring for a living
The provision of assistance to those in need is a key feature of human society, but what about when it becomes a profession? What is social work, exactly?
One mother's experience
Sometimes you need a little extra help; sometimes the intervention is less than welcome. What does it feel like to be a "case"? Follow one mother's experience as a service user.
Is social work for you?
Pit your judgement against social workers by trying to do the right thing faced with hard choices.
Wastes of space?
A former hospital head explains why it's not so simple dealing with so-called bed blockers.
Shifting the costs
Patients were sometimes the losers as the NHS tried to save cash moving them from hospitals to homes.
Content last updated: 22/02/2006
