Medical Social Services

The Golden Years Homecare Specialist II Medical Social Services

Focus of Care: Emotional Support for the Patient and Family

Professionals Involved: Medical Social Workers and Case Managers

Inclusive Services:

• Hospital Discharge Arrangements in Behalf of Client/Patient
• Family Counseling or Group Counseling
• Coordination of Follow-Up Medical Check-Ups or Treatment
• Placement Assistance in a Nursing Home or Care Facility
• Psychosocial Assessments
• Supportive Case Work
• Inpatient and Outpatient Care Arrangements
• Facilitating Advance Directives (Living Will or Power of Attorney)
• Community Resource Planning
• Plan of Care Development
• Providing Guidance on Healthcare Policy
• Alternative Living Arrangements