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  • Just words

    Just words

    “Reading my SW files a few years ago and seeing me described as manipulative by a…

  • Beyond blame

    Beyond blame

    As I discussed in my previous blog post, the language of social care is filled with…

  • Words that blame

    Words that blame

    The language of social care is filled with words that blame people seeking and drawing on…

  • Rewriting social care

    Rewriting social care

    I don’t think anyone would dispute that adult social care needs to change. From the perspective…

  • Labels

    Labels

    Let’s talk labels. At this time of year, there are lots around. Labels glued to boxes…

  • Why language matters

    Why language matters

    “Language is the most powerful tool we have. Let’s use it well.” Surviving Safeguarding [1] Anyone…