LMSW performing crisis intervention, comprehensive assessments and care planning for older persons with chronic medical conditions. Passionate about advocating and empowering individuals, families, and caregivers in navigating complexities of health care systems.Additional advocacy efforts I pursue are for Alzheimer's disease, Veterans, mental illness, and access to health care for all persons. Maintain awareness of current issues, and correspond and dialogue with legislative representatives.My easy-going personality and good sense of humor quickly puts clients at ease. My creative problem solving is performed from a strengths-based perspective. I have strong communication skills including dialoguing with interdisciplinary teams and local resources. I am experienced in facilitating groups, and especially enjoy leading groups to support families and caregivers.Specialties: Working with older persons, families, and caregivers. Advanced skills working with persons with dementia, chronic illness, mental illness, developmental and intellectual disabilities.Strong knowledge base of caregiver needs and community resources. Sensitive to needs of culturally diverse populations.
Listed skills include Social Services, Community Outreach, Healthcare, Mental Health, and 28 others.