Instruction
Assignment 1 Select one of the special populations from the (e.g., ethnic minorities, HIV/HepC infected, mental illness, homeless, women, adolescents, criminal justice clients, physical disabilities, LGTB, or rural clients) and explain a few of their common needs.
• Using the same population selected, explain at least two strategies to assess and provide services for clients in that population.
• Research another special population and explain their common obstacles to treatment. Minimum 500 words
Assignment 2 Conduct research so that you can explain the characteristics of the population, common needs, and strategies for providing effective case management services.
Once you have conducted your research, write a hypothetical client scenario that includes:
Name of client, age, gender, educational status, living situation, marital status.
Presenting problem (case management related) and explanation of how the client ended up in the current situation.
List of needs prioritized so that the most immediate are first.
Brief explanation of the client’s special needs (population) and treatment obstacles.
At least two referrals (choose a city different than where you live for practice) to meet those needs Minimum 500 words