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Which view of social welfare perceives it as a temporary support system for emergencies?
Which view of social welfare perceives it as a temporary support system for emergencies?
- Comprehensive
- Institutional
- Residual (correct)
- Developmental
What is a characteristic of the institutional view of social welfare?
What is a characteristic of the institutional view of social welfare?
- It provides benefits and services only during emergencies.
- It promotes individual responsibility above all.
- It is considered a demeaning necessity.
- It is seen as a legitimate function of society. (correct)
According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, what is the primary role of the State regarding social welfare?
According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, what is the primary role of the State regarding social welfare?
- To promote independence and prosperity for individuals. (correct)
- To ensure that social aid forms are voluntary.
- To provide temporary aid in emergencies.
- To limit social services to underprivileged members.
In which category do compulsory employer liability and social insurance belong?
In which category do compulsory employer liability and social insurance belong?
Which social agency is typically focused on supporting vulnerable populations in the Philippines?
Which social agency is typically focused on supporting vulnerable populations in the Philippines?
Which of the following best describes the developmental view of social welfare?
Which of the following best describes the developmental view of social welfare?
What is a significant criticism of the residual conception of social welfare?
What is a significant criticism of the residual conception of social welfare?
Which institution is commonly involved in providing social welfare services in the Philippines?
Which institution is commonly involved in providing social welfare services in the Philippines?
Which category of social work methods involves direct intervention with clients?
Which category of social work methods involves direct intervention with clients?
What is the purpose of secondary methods in social work?
What is the purpose of secondary methods in social work?
How do social work methods influence the outcomes for individuals and families?
How do social work methods influence the outcomes for individuals and families?
Which of the following describes the characteristic of social work that is critical for addressing clients' needs?
Which of the following describes the characteristic of social work that is critical for addressing clients' needs?
What is one of the main pillars of social work practice?
What is one of the main pillars of social work practice?
What role does social research play in social work practice?
What role does social research play in social work practice?
Which of the following is a characteristic of primary social work methods?
Which of the following is a characteristic of primary social work methods?
What is a common outcome of effective social work practice in various settings?
What is a common outcome of effective social work practice in various settings?
What is one of the main roles of Provincial Social Service Offices?
What is one of the main roles of Provincial Social Service Offices?
Which of the following best describes the function of data collection by Provincial Social Service Offices?
Which of the following best describes the function of data collection by Provincial Social Service Offices?
How do Provincial Social Service Offices enhance local government service delivery?
How do Provincial Social Service Offices enhance local government service delivery?
What is a key distinction between City/Municipality Social Service Offices and Provincial Social Service Offices?
What is a key distinction between City/Municipality Social Service Offices and Provincial Social Service Offices?
Why are social workers important within healthcare institutions?
Why are social workers important within healthcare institutions?
What collaborative role do Provincial Social Service Offices play in social welfare?
What collaborative role do Provincial Social Service Offices play in social welfare?
What was the primary belief of the COS regarding individual poverty?
What was the primary belief of the COS regarding individual poverty?
What aspect of education do schools and educational institutions address according to the content?
What aspect of education do schools and educational institutions address according to the content?
What was the main focus of the COS in their efforts to aid the poor?
What was the main focus of the COS in their efforts to aid the poor?
What is a primary goal of regional advocacy conducted by Provincial Social Service Offices?
What is a primary goal of regional advocacy conducted by Provincial Social Service Offices?
What was the significance of Toynbee Hall in the context of settlement houses?
What was the significance of Toynbee Hall in the context of settlement houses?
What did Charles Booth's survey reveal about poverty in London?
What did Charles Booth's survey reveal about poverty in London?
What was one of the outcomes of the COS's cooperation with private charities?
What was one of the outcomes of the COS's cooperation with private charities?
Which report provided the foundation for England's modern social security program?
Which report provided the foundation for England's modern social security program?
According to social research findings, what was often a cause of human suffering due to destitution?
According to social research findings, what was often a cause of human suffering due to destitution?
What was the main purpose of settlement houses like Toynbee Hall?
What was the main purpose of settlement houses like Toynbee Hall?
What significant change did Executive Order No. 15 implement for the DSWD?
What significant change did Executive Order No. 15 implement for the DSWD?
What is the primary role of Local Government Units (LGUs) after the devolution mandated by RA 7160?
What is the primary role of Local Government Units (LGUs) after the devolution mandated by RA 7160?
Which of the following programs was NOT devolved to Local Government Units under the Local Government Code?
Which of the following programs was NOT devolved to Local Government Units under the Local Government Code?
Who was the first social worker appointed as Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission?
Who was the first social worker appointed as Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission?
What was one of the outcomes of Memorandum Order No. 27 issued in 1993?
What was one of the outcomes of Memorandum Order No. 27 issued in 1993?
What does devolution refer to in the context of RA 7160?
What does devolution refer to in the context of RA 7160?
Which agency is primarily affected by the devolution process described in RA 7160?
Which agency is primarily affected by the devolution process described in RA 7160?
What is a key responsibility of DSWD following its transformation into a technical assistance provider?
What is a key responsibility of DSWD following its transformation into a technical assistance provider?
Study Notes
Major Societal Institutions
- Major societal institutions, like families, churches, governments, cooperatives, and labor unions, play crucial roles in fulfilling human needs.
Social Agency
- Social agencies provide assistance to people facing challenges.
- Professional social workers in the Philippines are often employed by agencies like the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), the City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (CSSDO/MSWDO/PSWDO), Bantay Bata 163, and the Red Cross.
Views or Conceptions of Social Welfare
- Residual: Social welfare is viewed as temporary aid during emergencies and withdrawn when the regular social system is functioning.
- Institutional: Society is responsible for supporting its members and providing necessary benefits and services on a continuous basis. This view is reflected in the 1987 Philippine Constitution (Art 2, Sec 9).
- Developmental: This approach focuses on social interventions that positively impact economic development.
Social Welfare Programs
- Social Security: Protects individuals and families against income loss due to unavoidable interruptions or serious income reductions. Examples include employer liability, provident funds, and social insurance.
Historical Influences on Social Welfare
- Charity Organization Society (COS): Emphasized individual responsibility for poverty and the need for self-reliance. The COS advocated for the use of volunteers to help the poor and prevent the abuse of public relief.
- Settlement Houses: Aimed to bridge the gap between the educated and the poor through shared work, studies, and cultural exchange. This concept originated with Toynbee Hall in London.
- Social Research: Surveys, like the one conducted by Charles Booth in 1886, revealed the widespread poverty in London, demonstrating the need for broader social reforms, not just individual responsibility.
- Beveridge Report (1941): The basis for the current social security system in England, suggesting a comprehensive approach to addressing poverty and social needs.
Philippine Social Welfare
- RA 7160 (Local Government Code): Mandated the devolution of DSWD functions, programs, services, and resources to local government units.
- Memorandum Order No. 27 (1993): Streamlined DSWD operations, eliminating regional offices and establishing field offices.
- Executive Order No. 15 (1998): Shifted DSWD from a direct service provider to a technical assistance provider, focusing on supporting local government units, NGOs, and civil society organizations.
Fields of Social Work:
- Social Casework: Direct service approach focusing on individual clients and their unique situations.
- Social Group Work: Works with groups of individuals to address common concerns and promote social development.
- Community Organization: Engages with communities to address collective issues and strengthen structures.
- Social Action: Advocacy and social change initiatives to address systemic problems and injustices.
- Social Welfare Administration: The management and oversight of social welfare systems and programs.
- Social Work Research: The systematic study of social issues, programs, and interventions to improve practices and inform policy.
Primary and Secondary Methods
- Primary Methods: Direct intervention with clients (casework, group work, community organization).
- Secondary Methods: Support primary methods by addressing client’s needs (social action, social welfare administration, social work research).
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Explore the major societal institutions and social agencies in the Philippines that contribute to social welfare. Understand different views of social welfare, including residual, institutional, and developmental perspectives, and their implications for social services.
