9. You are a social worker in an independent living facility for older adults. You are asked to evaluate a person’s capacity to continue to live independently. What steps would you take to preserve the person’s dignity and capacity to make choices?
What will be an ideal response?
The answer should recognize the person’s strengths, and evaluate their capacity to make choices. The student should facilitate a discussion with the person on his/her perception of the situation, the options for improved independence (even if this is through supportive services) and ability to make choices
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The 1974 passage of ___________________ represented a comprehensive reform of pension regulations in the U.S
A. Employee Retirement Income Security Act B. Age Discrimination in Pension Coverage Reform Act C. Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation Act D. none of these
An approach to social reform with roots in the late 19th century, involving living among the poor and serving them directly, was known as:
a) Charity Organizations Society b) Settlement House c) Professional Imperialism d) International Social Development
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false