Licensed
Clinical Social Workers assist patients and families with the
emotional and social concerns that may arise with illness or injury.
Services provided by social workers include:
Assisting with decision making related to the
patient's plan of care
Helping patients adjust to lifestyle changes
brought on by illness or injury
Grief and loss counseling
Assisting patients and family in complying with
a physician's recommended plan of care
Counseling patients and family in times of conflict
or crisis
Providing referrals to community resources,
such as substance abuse treatment or mental health services
Providing referrals to nursing homes or assisted
living facilities