Social Services
Accredited’s Medical Social Workers provide assistance to home-bound patients who have social and emotional issues related to their medical needs. These problems may include, but are not limited to:
- Home safety
- Community resources
Our social workers can also assist with nursing home placement in the event that becomes necessary. Specific services and Social Worker duties include, but are not limited to:
- Accessing community and financial resources
- Assessment of the patient’s living environment and financial status in relation to the disease process
- Assisting the members of the health care team and the patient’s family to understand the significant social and emotional factors related to the patient’s health problems
- Locating alternate living arrangements