Social Work

The role of the Social Work department is to consult with other healthcare professionals to address a patient's care needs and provide support to help them deal with illness or injury.

Services include:

• Conducting assessments to inform care plans
• Educating patients and families on health, treatment, and resources
• Collaborating with healthcare teams to address barriers and psychosocial factors
• Offering counseling and therapy for coping, mental health, and addiction
• Referring to community and government services for ongoing care
• Facilitating transitions between care settings
• Engaging in research and advocating for improved healthcare access and quality
• Advocating for patients, families, and communities when quality healthcare is unavailable or inaccessible