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but also how best to support those involved in caring for them

managers and policy-makers in effective service provision

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Groupwork in Social Care Andrew Pithouse Christine Bigby uses the conceptIn this extremely practical guide, Julie Phillips argues that preparation is the most important element in running successful groups, and explores the issues that practitioners should address. She demonstrates how to prepare effectively, drawing on eight extended case studies with a variety of groups ranging from a positive parenting group to an anger management group. She examines the initial decisions that must be made such as determining the size,