Social work services are available in acute wards; inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation; psychiatric and community settings.

Working in conjunction with other health professionals, social work staff assist clients to reach their best possible health outcomes.

Client issues may relate to:

• Current health issues
• Personal adjustment issues
• Family issues
• Anxiety/depression
• Loss, grief and/or trauma
• Suicide threats/attempts
• Drug and alcohol issues
• Finances
• Accommodation
• Advocacy

Social Work staff can:

• Offer counselling, support and information to individuals, partners, carers and families
• With care and understanding, find resolutions for problems causing concern
• Assist clients to gain the confidence to take responsibility for and control of their health and wellbeing
• Where appropriate, refer clients to services and resources including support groups

Talking to a social worker can assist clients to gain greater insight into issues causing them concern. With the assistance of a social worker, clients can work through their issues, reducing feelings of anxiety and stress and increasing confidence and coping abilities.

Also See:

• Carer Support and Commonwealth Respite Centre
• Case Management Services  
• Chaplaincy 
• Commonwealth Carelink Centre
• Hospice
• Oncology Unit
• Psychiatric Services