Life Care Planning and Case Management Across the Lifespan 5th Edition

Capture the attention of practitioners and students with this definitive guide to modern care coordination. Life Care Planning and Case Management Across the Lifespan, 5th Edition by Tanya Rutherford-Owen delivers clear, evidence-informed strategies for assessing needs, developing individualized plans, and navigating complex systems from pediatric to geriatric care.

Packed with practical frameworks, this edition refines clinical assessment techniques, risk management, and cost-effective resource planning for use in hospitals, community agencies, long-term care, and legal settings. Readers will find step-by-step approaches to interdisciplinary collaboration, culturally responsive practice, and outcome measurement—tools that translate directly into better client advocacy and measurable results.

Designed for social workers, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, case managers, attorneys, and allied health clinicians, the book balances theory and hands-on application. It emphasizes person-centered planning, ethical decision-making, and documentation best practices that hold up in professional reviews and cross-jurisdictional practice throughout the U.S., Canada, UK, and beyond.

If you’re aiming to improve care transitions, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, or build defensible life care plans, this edition equips you with contemporary models, real-world examples, and practical checklists to enhance decision-making and interdisciplinary communication. Its accessible style makes it an excellent resource for classroom use, professional development, and on-the-job reference.

Order your copy today to strengthen your practice and elevate the quality of care you provide. Add Life Care Planning and Case Management Across the Lifespan, 5th Edition by Tanya Rutherford-Owen to your professional library and start transforming outcomes across the lifespan.

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