Medical Social Services
Medical Social Services
Programs that provide support services for patients and their families during hospitalization and upon discharge, for people receiving outpatient services, for previous patients and for other people not previously associated with the facility who need the service. Included are consultation and the coordination of available services for the patient’s continuing care at home or in a short or long-term care facility; or whatever other support may be needed to help resolve the logistical, social and psychological problems related to the illness.
Home health medical social workers provide essential services to individuals and families in need of support. They are an integral part of the home health care team, offering resources and guidance for those seeking assistance in managing their medical needs.
Medical social workers help home health patients cope with the emotional, psychological, and financial challenges that come with illness, recovery, disability, or advanced age. Through a range of services such as counseling, connecting clients to community resources, advocating on behalf of patients’ rights and interests, and coordinating discharge planning from healthcare facilities back into the home setting, home health social workers play a vital role in ensuring quality care is delivered.
