THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL WORK TECHNOLOGIES IN SUPPORTING FAMILIES RAISING CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

This article examines the social, psychological, economic and legal needs of families raising a child with a disability and the role of social work technologies in supporting them. It explains the family-centred approach, case management, social outreach, psychosocial counselling, advocacy, peer support and interagency cooperation. The legal and institutional framework is reviewed with reference to the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and relevant local academic publications. The article proposes ways to individualise social services, coordinate assistance through an integrated support plan and strengthen family participation in decision-making.