Day Services for Adults: Somewhere to Go

Day Services for Adults was published in 1981 and was the first comprehensive investigation of day services in the world. It reviews the present provision of day centers for adults, considers policy questions of staffing and accommodation, and suggests which groups in the community might benefit most from day centers. The book is intended for those who make decisions about day units and senior professionals practicing inside and outside day services.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 402 pages
Publication date: 05 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Originally published in 1981, this book delves into the realm of day services for adults, a relatively recent development in health and social services at the time. It is commonly assumed that day care is solely meant for young children, but Day Services for Adults aims to dispel this misconception by highlighting the existence of a wide range of services provided by day for adults. These services offer immense potential benefits for both users and professionals working within them.

The research conducted for Day Services for Adults involved a comprehensive five-year national survey. The primary objectives of the study were to examine the current provision of day centers for adults, to consider policy issues related to staffing and accommodation, to identify which groups in the community could benefit most from these centers, and to provide guidance on how these centers could contribute to the integration and development of local services for those in need.

The outcome of this extensive investigation was the first comprehensive examination of day services worldwide. Jan Carter, the author, conducts a detailed analysis of services catering to various populations, including the elderly, mentally handicapped, mentally ill, physically handicapped, offenders, drug addicts, and individuals in family care centers sponsored by health, social services, probation, and voluntary agencies. By providing a comprehensive coverage of these groups and their sponsors, unique comparisons between services for different populations can be made.

Day Services for Adults was specifically designed to cater to individuals who play a crucial role in decision-making regarding day units and, more specifically, to local authority policy-makers and executive civil servants in local authority health authorities and central government. It also addressed senior professionals engaged in practicing within and outside day services, including psychiatrists, geriatricians, rehabilitation medicine practitioners, senior nursing officers, and psychologists.

The book provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of day services for adults, offering a comprehensive understanding of the services available, the policy considerations involved, and the potential benefits they can bring to individuals and communities. It serves as a valuable resource for professionals, policymakers, and individuals interested in advancing the well-being and integration of adults with diverse needs into their local communities.

Weight: 750g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032045412