Foster Care Youth: Using Technology to Provide Support
Many social workers, other helping professionals, and foster care alumni have recognized the value in utilizing technology to support foster ...
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9 Mobile Apps for Social Workers
Add digital skills to the many skill sets we wear as social workers. Our clients are carrying around devices that ...
Pinterest for Social Workers
Pinterest for dreamers If you’re a dreamer who loves to visualize all beautiful things in life and beyond, you must ...
Social Workers: The Untapped Hub of Entrepreneurs
In what many might consider the most unlikeliest of places to look for entrepreneurs, social work is actually a hub ...
How Crowdfunding Can Be an Effective Alternative for Medical Hardships
Crowdfunding has turned into a reputable resource for people who succumb to tough times and are looking for an alternative ...
The Employment Paradox with Technology
I attended a workshop on accessible employment recently and was reminded, as I've written about before, what a fraught topic ...
What Do You Stand4: Interview with Andy Hill Founder of Social Good Startup Stand4
Stand4 helps you make your mark on the world. They’ve made it extremely easy, through their app, to support whatever ...
Periscope: The Ultimate Tool to Become More Visible
The new wonder in live streaming apps is called Periscope! You’ve probably heard of it. I don’t exaggerate if I ...
Virtual Worlds: Are They Good or Bad for Children?
Playing in online worlds is a growing phenomenon and children and young people are being exposed to many online games, ...
Are We Afraid of Developing Technology for the Elderly
I work for a hospice program providing palliative care which means we attend to the emotional and spiritual needs of ...
CleverCare Watch Brings Peace of Mind
A few weeks ago at the Home and Community Health Association conference, I met some of the team behind CleverCare, ...
How Social Work Can Benefit From Technology
The world thrives on technology. We drool over the newest 3D televisions when they are announced, and pray to be ...
Protecting Young People Online: Negative Practices Parents, Carers and Professionals Should Know
Just like there are laws we have to abide and adhere to everyday, it is also a similar set of ...
Adult Services and Mobile Technology: There’s an App for That
Adult Services Social Worker Kristen Hamilton helps a client sign a form using a mobile app In today’s technology-enabled world, ...
How Do You Assess Online Risks For Youth Without Being Digitally Competent
Time to get digitally competent In an age where information technology is growing rapidly in our everyday personal and professional ...
Automating Social Worker’s Documentation: If it’s not documented, it didn’t happen
“If it’s not documented, it didn’t happen.” How many times have you said this human services mantra? Dozens? Hundreds? You’ve ...
Protecting Children’s Rights in the Digital World: An Ever-Growing Challenge
Most teenagers spend a substantial share of their time on Internet, often using social media, which have become a major ...
How to Work with Multiple Generations and Technology in Human Services
Working with multiple generations in any field can be challenging, and human services is no exception. Most challenging can be ...
Best Mood Charting Apps for Apple and Android
Frequently, therapists request clients to record their behaviors, triggers, and symptoms to help them become more aware of their reactions. ...
DomesticShelters.org – New Resource for Those Experiencing Domestic Violence
Though it may be the most wonderful time of the year, the Holiday season can be dangerous for individuals and ...
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