Question

answering the following questions in short essay questios

1). describe and define levels of social work

2). Define social welfare policy and what are some key terms in the definition

3). What do we mean by the " myth of autonomous"?

4)list and discuss some advantages and disadvantages to both society and the client of cash benefits and in-kind benefits.

Answer 1

1.The nursing home social worker is responsible for fostering a climate, policies and routines that enable residents to maximize their individuality, independence and dignity.

The practice is typically categorized into three interrelated scales: micro, mezzo and macro. For those considering a career in social work, an understanding of the vast opportunities available at each level is imperative.

• Micro-Level

When people imagine the day-to-day activities of social workers, they’re usually thinking about the micro level. This is the most common type of social work, and involves direct interaction with clients to address individual problems.

• Mezzo-Level

While micro social work happens on an individual level, mezzo-level social work zooms out to look at groups instead of individuals. Of course, the smallest “group” is the family unit, but mezzo social work extends far beyond that. Many practitioners use micro and mezzo social work simultaneously to solve problems in businesses, schools, organizations and communities.

• Macro-Level

Macro-level social work involves interventions and advocacy on a large scale, affecting entire communities, states or even countries. It helps clients by intervening in large systems that may seem beyond the reach of individuals.

2.Social welfare includes healthcare, empowerment, housing and other programs geared towards assisting the poor, unemployed and marginalized in society. Such programs include Medicaid, AFDC (Aid for families with dependent children), WIC (women, infants and children) programs, veteran programs and others.

3.The American myth is that autonomy is achievable and that it's the most honorable lifestyle there is. Many Americans unconsciously accept that people are by nature autonomous individuals. But autonomy is a myth, not a reality.

4.Cash transfers are exactly what they sound like. The recipients receive cash or a pre-loaded credit card which they can use to purchase the goods and services they need. In-kind benefits work differently in that people receive a specific good or service, such as food or health care.

Advantages of cash benefits

• Ideal option whether you have purchased a health insurance cover or not. However, it is recommended to buy a health insurance plan along with a hospital cash Benefit cover.
• Daily benefits are paid per day (24hrs) of hospitalization.
• Benefit will double if the insured is hospitalized in an icu. It depends on the insurance company you have chosen.
• Certain policies offer a family discount while purchasing the policy
• Certain policies provide convalescence benefit - i.E. If the insured is hospitalized for more than certain days as mentioned in the policy documents, a lump sum amount is paid.

Advantages of in kind benefits :

• No transportation time or costs. ...
• No need to take time off of work. ...
• Eliminate child or elder care issues. ...
• On-demand options. ...
• Access to Specialists. ...
• Less Chance of Catching a New Illness. ...
• Less Time in the Waiting Room. ...
• Better Health

Disadvantages of cash benefits:

One of the main disadvantages of having health insurance is the cost. Health insurance can be very costly even for those that have a health insurance plan through their employers. Costs may be so high that many end up struggling to make payments.

Disadvantages of in kind benefits:

Delivering tangible goods requires paying for the goods themselves (except in the case of donations) and then paying to transport them. Goods also require storage while awaiting distribution and in some cases, such as food or medicine, may spoil or expire before distribution.