Social work services
We understand that your child's hospitalization is a very stressful time for
you, your child and your family. So in addition to your medical team, numerous
individuals work together to ensure your child's hospital stay is the best it can
possibly be. Social workers support you and your family by helping you
to:
- Understand how your child's illness or condition
affects the care of the entire family.
- Solve problems that may result from your child's
illness.
- Find community and hospital resources, such as support
groups or educational materials about child development.
- Access additional financial
resources when available and appropriate. Social workers can also provide
brief counseling, and help families in crisis situations which may include
sudden illness, accidental injuries, child protection situations and major
life changes.
Departments and medical specialties
Social workers provide services in a variety of departments and medical
specialties throughout the hospital.
Social
workers are currently found in the following areas:
For social work services in a
specialty not listed above please contact the Family Services office
773.880.4485.