A woman and her two children are waiting to receive their welfare check. They came to your state from another to escape an abusive husband and father. The woman is frail and appears sick. They have no place to go and have not eaten in several days. The children smell as if they need a bath and are listless.

In each of the above situations, develop a tentative plan for the client. List the various services you believe each person needs initially. Include in your plan for each client both formal and generic services, and where appropriate, use social supports and support groups. Suggest other services the person might use later once the case is stabilized. Think about how you can involve others close to the person and how you will involve the client in planning.