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Home Visits : 

Home Visits Margie Cox, ACSW, LCSW Institute for Disability Studies The University of Southern Mississippi

Preparation and Organization : 

Preparation and Organization Decide if home visit is necessary Formulate goals Provide information/educate Follow-up Gain information Make an assessment Prepare agenda Review agenda

Five Components of an Assessment : 

Five Components of an Assessment Clear description of problem Clear description of family member(s) in question Describe how these family member(s) function with other systems Identify resources available and needed Determine family’s motivation

Stages of Interview : 

Stages of Interview Greeting Opening Re-state purpose Expectations Information you have Confidentiality

Stages of Interview (cont.) : 

Stages of Interview (cont.) Body Explore the problem/need Closing Summarize meeting Expectations New appointment

Delivering Sensitive Information : 

Delivering Sensitive Information Assess emotional state Assess values and biases Be well informed Avoid professional jargon Be flexible in scheduling Provide reading materials

Delivering Sensitive Information (cont.) : 

Delivering Sensitive Information (cont.) Demonstrate sensitivity Demonstrate acceptance Have family summarize Do not rush Discuss feelings and concerns Recognize your limitations Be prepared and organized

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries : 

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries Respect feelings of intrusion Before your visit… Explain purpose Explain what is required Explain expectations Answer any question

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries (cont.) : 

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries (cont.) Be prompt Wait until you are invited into the home before entering Remain standing until invited to sit

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries (cont.) : 

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries (cont.) Don’t try to make the rules Be respectful Be prepared Avoid professional jargon

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries (cont.) : 

Avoiding Crossing Boundaries (cont.) Encourage questions Encourage phone calls Don’t overstay your welcome Promptly provide requested information

END OF LECTURE : 

END OF LECTURE Also read the “Home Visit Safety Tips” handout posted on WebCT Be sure to review the tips for home visits given in your textbook (page 193).