Social Work

Social workers give your child and family support and counseling. They are connected with many resources and services in the community.

Some of the primary ways they can assist you include:

• Helping patients and caregivers manage life changes due to hospital stays.
• Providing crisis intervention and support.
• Educating patients and caregivers about illness and treatment plans.
• Helping siblings and family members adjust to the illness or hospital stay.
• Working with Interpreter Services to help with language and cultural needs.
• Planning and hosting care meetings between your family and the care team.
• Helping you make care decisions.
• Educating your family about access to health care, hospital, and resources.
• Putting you in touch with community services.

Some of these services can help with finances, legal issues, and mental health needs.