5N2705 : Mark, age 35, is homeless. He was married to Hannah and has 2 children, James, aged 4 and Emma, aged 7: Care Needs Provision for Client Groups, Assignment 1, Ireland

Assignment Brief:

Mark, age 35, is homeless. He was married to Hannah and has 2 children, James, aged 4 and
Emma, aged 7. Mark has been separated from Hannah for a year. He is employed as a part-
time chef. He has been sharing a house with some friends, but they are moving away and he
can no longer afford to rent his own home. Another friend has offered him his couch, but only one night a week. He has a history of depression and has been a heavy drinker in the past. He is no longer in contact with his parents and siblings.

James is due to start pre-school. He has been assessed by his GP when the Public Health Nurse noticed his delayed toilet-training and delayed speech. His mother, Hannah, noticed that he was a very ‘picky eater as he only likes chicken nuggets served on a specific plate. He finds it difficult to settle down to sleep. He likes to play with Lego and does not have many friends. He becomes very upset with the sound of the hoover. James has been referred for further assessment regarding the possibility of being on the autistic spectrum.

Emma is in first class. Her mother has explained that her father loves her but is living
somewhere else for now. Emma still misses her father, especially after school in the evenings.
Emma’s teacher says she is progressing with her letters and numbers but could do with more
practice. Hannah is working part-time in the supermarket and is not able to collect her from