Hospice Social Work

JANUARY 5, 2020

How well do you understand hospice philosophy? Patients have the right to choose whether or not to get a DNR, even if they choose hospice care. Hospice team members are responsible to respect and support their decisions, and not try to change their minds. It’s the social worker’s responsibility. What do you do?

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Hospice Social Work

AUGUST 5, 2018

I engaged with the family, expressed sympathy, held space, helped them pack up their mom’s belongings from the assisted living facility room and carry them to their vehicles. Last night, after the funeral home arrived and departed, and all family but one individual departed, I found myself glad that I came equipped as a social worker.

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Social Work Blog

APRIL 5, 2023

The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of standards that guide the professional conduct of social workers. Moreover, revisions to the Cultural Competence standard provide more explicit guidance to social workers. All social workers should review the new text and affirm their commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics.

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Social Workers Speak

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Many people suffer from functional PTSD, which is like, ‘Yeah, this stuff has happened, but I’m moving on,’” explains Bhanu Joy Harrison , a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in mindful approaches to trauma resolution. The National Association of Social Workers recommends 1 social worker for every 250 students.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 3, 2024

This edition includes updated policy statements on a wide range of topics, including rural social work, voter rights and participation, mental health, hospice care, juvenile justice, foster care and adoption, and the rights of indigenous peoples.

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