Care, welfare and community work is a broad sector that offers a multitude of amazing job opportunities in which you can give something back. From caring for the elderly, to counselling, to helping rehabilitate offenders this sector presents challenging and rewarding jobs if you want to help improve other people's lives. Jobs in care and welfare can be emotionally challenging. It's important to fully understand what's required of you before embarking in a career in this area. That's where Real Life Guide: Care, Welfare and Community Work can really help you. Inside, read real life case studies from professionals working in the sector today who explain what it's really like so you can decide if this career's for you. Straight-talking and practical, this book contains all the essential information to get your dream career in care, welfare and community work off the ground. Real Life Guides are practical guides for practical people. They aim to inform and inspire by providing genuinely information about what it takes to succeed in this career.