A client who has been receiving counseling services by a social worker on a fee for service basis is overdue on the payments. A contract had previously been drawn up and the client agreed on the set rate. The social worker makes the decision to terminate services. Is it ethical to close a case based on nonpayment?
A)No. The client has a legal right to receive social work services if they cannot pay.
B)Yes. The social worker can terminate services if there is no imminent danger to the client.
C)No. The social worker should redo the payment contract to accommodate financial needs.
D)No. The client should seek out the social worker's supervisor to rectify the problem.

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Consequences of the nonpayment need to be addressed prior to ending any services. Social workers may terminate services to a client that is not paying an overdue balance if the contract arrangements have been made clear. The only exception is if the client or others are in imminent danger.

A Client Who Has Been Receiving Counseling Services by a Social