Chapter 12: Dementia: Detection, Assessment, and Intervention

This chapter considers various forms of dementia as well as the assessment and diagnosis process from a uniquely social work perspective. It also explores various psychosocial and practical interventions that may utilized by social workers as they support and assist both those with a dementia diagnosis and their loved ones

Pranks and Puns : The Use of the Tenor Tuba in Janacek\u27s Capriccio

One of the most celebrated Czech composers, Leos Janacek found inspiration in the old folk music of his native land, while also being progressive in his expansion of tonality, and in his use of unorthodox instrumentation. Particularly interesting is his use of the tenor tuba in works such as the famous Sinfonietta. A lesser known work of Janacek\u27s oeuvre is the Capriccio for Left-Hand and Chamber Orchestra. This work was written under the suggestion of the famous left-hand pianist Otakar Hollmann, with the pianist to be accompanied by a most unusual ensemble of flute (doubling on piccolo), two trumpets, three trombones, and tenor tuba. This paper discusses Leos Janacek\u27s Capriccio for Piano Left-Hand and Chamber Orchestra as a work that is innovative in its use of the tenor tuba in a small ensemble. The paper focuses particularly on the writing for the tenor tuba in the work, and explores how the Capriccio is a fine model of how the euphonium, with its flexability and technical capabilities, is a valuable asset in a chamber ensemble. The paper containsa theoretical analysis of the work, and discusses the composer\u27s use of Scasovani, a musical principle of his own invention where repetitive motives give musical works an almost minimalistic feel. Difficulties that the euphonium player might have performing the work are discussed, and advice is given regarding the difficulties

First Zipcar, Now Uber: Legal and Policy Issues Facing the Expanding “Shared Mobility” Sector in U.S. Cities

Innovations and technological disruptions in the “sharing economy” are shifting the contours of urban travel in the United States. Carsharing organizations such as car2go and Zipcar have grown exponentially over the past decade, expanding their memberships from 52,347 in 2004 to 1,181,087 in 2015. Ridesourcing companies like Lyft and Uber, which were entirely absent from most U.S. cities as recently as 2010, are now global powerhouses, each reportedly worth billions of dollars. Private investors, after avoiding investments in urban transit services for more than half a century, are now offering venture capital for Bridj, Chariot, and other companies. This Article explores the dynamics of “shared mobility” and the policy issues facing the participants in that sector through a review of the evolution of four prominent types of shared mobility providers: (1) carsharing organizations; (2) transportation network companies such as Lyft and Uber; (3) privately operated “microtransit” operators; and (4) crowdsourced intercity bus lines. The analytical portion of the study in Part I describes and critiques how these sectors have evolved and summarizes the notable legal and policy issues they face. Part II develops a typology that categorizes their services and shows how each has disrupted the transportation sector. The last section also offers conclusions and suggestions for further study

Chapter 14: Hospice and End-of-Life Care

This chapter explores end-of-life issues and concerns as well as the hospice movement’s role in assisting terminally ill individuals. Specific social work assessment and interventions tools are offered considered as well as controversial issues in end-of-life care