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Using network variation in practice: identification of support network type.

G Clare Wenger1, Ithwen Tucker

  • 1Centre for Social Policy Research & Development, Institute of Medical and Social Care Research, University of Wales, Bangor, UK. g.c.wenger@bangor.ac.uk

Health & Social Care in the Community
|March 8, 2002
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This study shows that social workers using the PANT instrument improved their understanding of older adults

Area of Science:

  • Social Work Practice
  • Gerontology
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Evaluating the effectiveness of new measurement instruments in social work is crucial for improving practice.
  • Understanding social support networks is vital for assessing the needs of older adults.
  • Previous research has not fully explored the practical implementation of support network tools in social work teams.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the introduction and use of the Personal Assessment of Network Types (PANT) instrument in social work practice.
  • To explore social workers' responses to the PANT instrument during training and initial implementation.
  • To assess the impact of the PANT instrument on practitioners' confidence, understanding, and intervention tailoring for older adults.

Main Methods:

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  • A study involving social work teams introducing and using the PANT instrument.
  • Observation and documentation of practitioners' responses during training and early practice phases.
  • Analysis of how familiarity and managerial support influenced instrument adoption and effectiveness.

Main Results:

  • Increased familiarity with the PANT instrument and managerial support reduced initial resistance.
  • Practitioners reported enhanced confidence and a deeper understanding of older adults' situations.
  • The PANT instrument facilitated tailored interventions and the creation of area profiles for older service users and their needs.

Conclusions:

  • The PANT instrument is a valuable tool for social work practice with older adults.
  • Effective implementation requires adequate training, managerial support, and addressing practitioners' initial concerns.
  • Understanding social network types is important for predicting outcomes in interventions for older populations.