Social Care and Social Exclusion: A Comparative Study of Older People's Care in Europe

Abstract

This text explores the diversity of social care provision for older people in six contrasting European countries. Using a common descriptive and analytical framework, the book examines how the organization and delivery of care are shaped by the wider welfare regime. This is discussed at the level of both practice and policy, including detailed case studies illustrating key features of social care in each country. The authors conclude by showing how the concept of social exclusion can inform service development.

Citation

Blackman, T., Brodhurst, S., & Convery, J. (Eds.). (2001). Social Care and Social Exclusion: A Comparative Study of Older People's Care in Europe. Palgrave Macmillan

• Book Type: Edited Book
• Publication Date: Apr 1, 2001
• Deposit Date: Mar 23, 2007
• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• Keywords: Older people, Social care, Social exclusion.
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1133542
• Publisher URL: http://us.macmillan.com/socialcareandsocialexclusion/TimBlackman
• Additional Information: 'This excellent book is an illuminating insight into the linkage between national culture and the provision of social care to older people within a range of European countries'. Terry McLean, European Journal of Social Work 6 (2) 208-210.