Planning a Group

When a client is dealing with several problems at one time, it can be difficult to determine which type of
treatment group would be most beneficial. Some types of treatment groups may overlap in addressing certain
problems or issues. The literature is helpful in assisting the clinical social worker in determining the type,
purpose, and goals of the treatment group.
For this Assignment, review the “Petrakis Family” case history and video session.
In a 3- to 4-page paper, describe a treatment group that would help Helen Petrakis in one of the following
areas: (a) caregiving, (b) sandwich generation, (c) serving as a family member of an individual with addiction.
Review and briefly summarize the literature about the social issue that is the focus of your group (caregiving,
sandwich generation, or addictions).
Write a plan that includes the following elements:
Type of treatment group
Purpose of the group
Membership
Method to recruit
Composition
Size
Open/closed
Monitoring
*The “Petrakis Family case history is on page 20