Avera Medical Social Services

Medical Social Work

Not only does illness affect physical well-being, but also it can have a social, environmental, emotional and financial impact. Avera medical social workers help the patient and family members cope with the problems associated with illness, disability or impending death. Working with the patient and caregivers, either individually or as a group,
Avera medical social workers assess problems, needs and coping mechanisms. They can direct the patient to community education, counseling and support resources.