There are times when health care programs cannot extend beyond administering clinical care, but the person providing the care can extend a helping hand. We are real people helping real families.
At Helping Hand Nurse, LLC, we have medical social workers who can provide you with emotional support as you go through this difficult time in your lives. They can assist you with:
- Advance directives (Power of Attorney for Health Care or Living Will)
- Case management
- Community resource planning and coordination
- Counseling and guidance with lifestyle changes
- Crisis Intervention
- Guidance regarding alternative living arrangements
- Financial assessment
- Grief counseling and bereavement support
- Short-term therapy
- Assistance in coping with loss and change of living arrangements
What Are the Benefits of This Service?
Medical Social Services provide support that goes beyond traditional health care. For families receiving elderly care in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, this service can help address emotional, social, and practical challenges that come with aging, illness, or major life transitions. It focuses on helping individuals and families manage stress, access helpful resources, and feel more supported during difficult times. Here are some of the benefits our services offer:
- Support is available for making complex care decisions and understanding legal documents like health care directives.
- Counseling can help manage emotional stress caused by illness, grief, or major life changes.
- Guidance is provided for locating local programs, financial resources, and community services.
- Crisis intervention offers quick and supportive help during sudden or urgent situations.
- Help is available to adjust to new living environments or loss of independence.
What Sets Us Apart?
Medical social services are often the quiet support behind the scenes, helping families manage emotional, legal, and everyday challenges that come with health changes. What makes this service truly impactful is how it supports not just the individual but the entire household during stressful transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can medical social services help me during a difficult health situation?
Medical social services provide emotional support, help with legal and financial planning, and connect people to community resources to ease challenges during health changes.
What should I expect before starting medical social services?
Expect a thorough assessment of needs, discussions about options for care and living arrangements, and support in coping with emotional and practical concerns.
Can medical social services assist with end-of-life decisions?
Yes, social workers can help explain advance directives like Power of Attorney for Health Care and living wills, making it easier to manage these important decisions.
How do medical social services support families dealing with grief or loss?
They offer grief counseling and short-term therapy to help families process emotions and adjust to changes in living situations or health status.
Are medical social workers involved in crisis situations?
Yes, they provide crisis intervention and guidance to help families remain stable and find solutions during emergencies or sudden health changes.
Connect With Caring Support
Do you have questions about our services, or ready to discuss how we can assist? Contact us today to explore the right care solutions for your needs.