Concept Of

Social Work
Including Orphans, Sicks and Widows
INTRODUCTION
Social Work?
Social work is a professional discipline that seeks
to improve the well-being of individuals, families,
and communities through direct practice, policy
advocacy, community organizing, and education.

Mission:
Enhance human well-being, help meet basic human needs, and
empower vulnerable and oppressed populations .
Who needs Support?
Widows: Often face economic hardship, social stigma,
and emotional distress due to loss of a spouse.

The Sick: Struggle with access to healthcare, managing

chronic illnesses, and maintaining quality of life.

Orphans: Lack parental support, face educational

barriers, and often experience emotional and
psychological trauma.
Orphans
Orphans
The state of a child losing one or both parents,
leaving them without vital support and guidance.

This loss of parental guidance and stability can significantly

impact the child's emotional well-being, development, and
overall quality of life, necessitating external support systems
to help mitigate the challenges they face.
Challenges
Loss of parental support: Orphans lack emotional, financial, and
practical assistance.

Trauma: Sudden loss causes emotional distress and psychological

issues.

Educational barriers: Obstacles like financial constraints and

disrupted schooling hinder access to education

Social isolation: Orphans may experience a sense of isolation and

loneliness due to the absence of family support networks
Interventions /
Support measures
•Foster care placement

•Adoption services

•Educational support programs

•Counseling

•Mentorship
Adults
Older Adults
Typically refers to individuals aged 65 and above.

• Demographic Trends:
An increasing population of older adults globally
due to higher life expectancy and declining birth rates.

• Importance of Social Services:

Essential for supporting the health, well-being, and
quality of life of older adults.
Social Services for
Older Adults
Types of Services:

• Healthcare Services.

• Social Support Services.

• Home and Community-Based Services.

• Residential Care Services.

Key Issues and
Challenges
• Healthcare Needs.

• Social Isolation and Loneliness.

• Economic Challenges.

• Elder Abuse and Neglect.

Interventions /
Support measures
• Person-Centered Care.

• Community Involvement.

• Continuous Training.

• Technology Integration.
Widows
Challenges faced by
Widows
• Economic Hardship

• Social isolation

• Emotional Grief

• Legal and Property Rights

Intervention of Widows

• Financial Assistance and Employment Programs

• Counselling and support groups

• Legal Aid

• Advocacy
SICK
Sick
Sickness can refer to a wide range of conditions that
affect both physical and mental health. This includes
chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, acute
illnesses such as the flu, mental health conditions like
depression and anxiety, and invisible illnesses such as
chronic fatigue syndrome.
Role of Social Service in
addressing Sickness
Social services are essential in providing the support
systems needed to help individuals manage their
illnesses, access necessary healthcare, and improve
their overall well-being.
Support Systems

1. Social Workers: Provide counseling, connect clients with

resources, advocate for patient needs.

2. Community Health Workers: Outreach, education, and

support within communities
Role of Social Service in
addressing Sickness
Education and Prevention

1. Public Health Campaigns: Raise awareness about prevention

and early detection of diseases.

2. Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations &

Coordination (NHSRC): Responsible for formulating health
policies, regulations, and coordinating health services in Pakistan.
Role of Social Service in
addressing Sickness
Healthcare Inequality

1. Disparities in Access: Differences in healthcare availability

based on socioeconomic status, race, geography.

2. Quality of Care: Variations in the quality and outcomes of

healthcare services
Role of Social Service in
addressing Sickness
Resource Limitations

1. Funding: Insufficient funding for health programs, research,

and social services.

2. Trained Professionals: Shortages of healthcare providers,

social workers, mental health professionals
Conclusion
Conclusion
Content
Widows:
• Economic challenges and social stigma.
• Need empowerment and rights-based interventions.

The Sick:
• Access to healthcare and mental health support.
• Require community resources and emotional support.

Orphans:
• Lack parental support and face educational barriers.
• Benefit from stable environments and psychological counseling.
Conclusion
Call to Action
Get Involved:
• Volunteer with organizations supporting widows, the sick, and
orphans.
• Advocate for policies that protect and empower these
vulnerable groups.

Final Thoughts:
• Social work is vital for enhancing the well-being of society’s
most vulnerable.
• Together, we can make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Conclusion
NGOs’ currently working
SOS Children's Villages Pakistan:
A non-profit organization dedicated to the care of orphaned and abandoned children,
providing them with family-based care and education.

Edhi Foundation:
Offers a wide range of services, including orphanages, homes for the elderly, and
medical care for the sick. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive social
welfare organizations in Pakistan.

Chhipa Welfare Association:

Provides emergency services, shelters, and free food services, focusing on the needs
of the homeless, sick, and elderly.
THANK YOU