At Starlight Care we have caring and passionate Medical Social Worker who specializes in public health, geriatric, palliative, and inpatient medical or mental health care. Our Medical Social Workers often collaborate with other medical professionals such as doctors, nurses, discharge coordinators, administrative staff, and physical therapists as part of an interdisciplinary team. When you need us most we will be there for you, helping to restore the balance in your life, as well as providing you the resources you need.

What is a Medical Social Worker?

Medical social workers focus on meeting a variety of needs that individuals, and families, might come across while navigating challenges in health and wellness. When people are sick, as well as physically injured, they may need support for the emotional, financial and social complications that can arise. You might find yourself feeling overwhelmed when dealing with the health care system, need help planning after-care transition or want counseling support to help process changes in your life or your patients life. Medical social workers address all of those needs, in the security of your home.

How Do I Know If My Patient Needs A Medical Social Worker?

If you have a patient who has just received a diagnosis of a life-threatening illness or a family who has been impacted by an illness a medical social service worker may be able to provide assistance. There are a number of questions a family member, or a patient may have, to be answered and support needed. It’s confusing and overwhelming, and it’s important for families to have somebody knowledgeable to lean on and learn from who can help them manage their emotions and navigate the complex medical system. This is where a Starlight Care Medical Social Worker can step in and be an advocate for your patients and their families.

Medical Social workers play an important part in-home care. Social workers conduct assessments to determine any limitations or safety issues that may impede the recovery of patients. Social workers also educate family members regarding community resources available to support and assist with long-term planning.