Social Work
- Helpful and supportive staff includes master degree social worker and discharge coordinator
- 24/7 on-call coverage
- Provide support in coping with the stress that can accompany medical diagnoses or treatment
- Plan referrals to community agencies, such as Home Health Agencies, Meals on Wheels, Nursing Home Placement
- Arrange for medical equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers, etc.
- Assisting with communications to physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals
- Provide information on nursing home and personal care home placements
- Provide information on Durable Powers of Attorney and Living Wills.
- Notary services
- KEY CONTACTS:
- Social Work: 417-874-4571 or 417-837-4092
- Contact Person(s): Carol Martin MSW, Manager
Sue Eppler, Discharge Coordinator