Learning Objectives

  1. Describe the relevance of community practice in social work.
  2. List the major forms of housing.
  3. Define major considerations for a person buying a home, renting an apartment, or seeking other affordable housing options.
  4. Explain the role of social workers in community development.
  5. List issues related to health and well-being in relationship to communities and housing.
  6. Summarize how specific population groups are advantaged or disadvantaged when finding housing.
  7. Describe social work advocacy with housing and communities at risk.