Social workers provide a service across the acute and rehabilitation areas of the hospital. Social workers assess the impact that the change in health status has had on the social situation of the patient and family. This is done in order for the treating team to adequately plan and organise the patient’s care and discharge based on their individual social needs. The focus is on family support and community integration.
Social workers provide the following:
- Psycho-social assessments
- Counselling for patients and families
- Discharge planning
- Referrals to community agencies
- Assistance with residential care placements
- Family meetings
- Information about community resources and discharge options
- Assistance with benefit applications and entitlements
Social Work Contact Details
Manager 03 9426 8540
Epworth Rehabilitation Brighton 03 9591 9205
Epworth Rehabilitation Camberwell 03 9805 4177
Epworth Rehabilitation Richmond 03 9426 6081