Publisher's Synopsis
The range of social services provision, welfare benefits and practical help available and the legislation relating to this is wide and often confusing. The aim of this publication is to provide the user with signposts to sources of more help and detailed advice. Divided by services provided, the book primarily covers England and Wales. It details the resources offered by statutory and voluntary social work and administration. Topics covered include: the organization and administration of public social services; the health service; the system of welfare benefits and pensions; and the law and legal services.
