What are social services

are provided by an individual who has a degree in social work, psychology or counseling, or the equivalent in a combination of education, training and experience, and are provided at the recommendation of a physician for the purpose of assisting the covered person or the family in dealing with a specific medical condition.

Who benefits?

¤ patients experiencing mood or anxiety over their condition
¤ patients experiencing depression due to their diagnosis
¤ patients who feel their quality of life has suffered due to their diagnosis
¤ patients in need of support

What are the benefits?

¤ patients experiencing mood or anxiety over their condition
¤ patients experiencing depression due to their diagnosis
¤ patients who feel their quality of life has suffered due to their diagnosis
¤ patients in need of support

Evaluation
Upon entering a Endeavor Therapy program (i.e. Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy) a licensed social worker will begin by assessing the mood/anxiety level of the patient.  If the patient shows fairly significant signs of depression and such, the social worker will help to resolve these issues. The social worker will also develop communication between the referring physician and the patient. The social worker also serves as a community resource person to help set people up with the appropriate individuals who can help with their needs be it transportation, meals on wheels, financial, etc.