Case Analysis 2 Competencies and Practice Behaviors: 7. Assess individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
7.1. Collect & organize data & apply critical thinking to interpret information from clients & constituencies. 7.2. Apply knowledge of human behavior & the social environment, person-in-environment, & other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the analysis of data from clients & constituencies. 7.4. Select appropriate intervention strategies based on the assessment, research knowledge, & values & preferences of clients & constituencies.
Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to provide you with an opportunity to utilize the conceptual frameworks and theories that we have discussed in class to assess a family system and individuals within the context of the family system. You will have the opportunity to explore and consider macro, mezzo, and micro level theories and issues in your analysis of this case. You will also have the opportunity to identify appropriate interventions and develop a plan to monitor the client’s or client system’s progress. 7-10 pg Case Information: The Landis Family The Landis family of Catonsville, Maryland is seeking help to cope with several recent family stressors. The family members are: Father – John (age 52), Mother – Maggie (age 50), Ted (age 21), Trisha (age 16), a
nd Maternal Grandmother – Penny (age 77). The main stressor for the family is that Penny has recently moved in with them. The family is also dealing with the developmental changes of each family member and a transitioning of the family system. John Landis was born in Catonsville, Maryland to George (age 77) and Hannah Landis (age 75). He is the youngest of 3 male children. His brothers, Tom (age 54) and Jim (age 56), continue to live in Catonsville as well. John reports that he regularly visits with his brothers and their families. John’s parents relocated to Tampa, Florida 10 years ago. John reports that he has a good relationship with his parents and that they typically come to Catonsville every summer for a few weeks and during the Christmas holidays. John reports that he is grateful that both of his parents are in good health, are active members of a Catholic church, and enjoy golfing with their friends. John describes his childhood as being normal. His father worked for the US government as an accountant. His mother worked as a nurse, but took time off from her career to care for her children. Once all of her children were in school, Hannah resumed her work as a nurse. John describes his family as “an average middle class family”. He states that they were active in the local Catholic Church and the family was very close knit. He