Our Vision
Social Workers are innovative leaders recognized for integrity and competence; honoring the central importance of human relationships
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Our Mission
Social Workers advocate and empower people; enhancing physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being through culturally competent, empathetic person-centered care.
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What We Do
“…To enhance the effective functioning and well-being of individuals, families, and communities… preserving rights, strengthening voices… the power of social work…”
Hartford HealthCare offers expert Social Work dedicated to provide comprehensive care to you and to your family and caregivers. Social workers are available to support people managing the physical and emotional stress of illness. Social Work provides compassionate support. Our social work team is uniquely qualified to advocate, empower and enhance your physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. Social Workers strive to provide care with you at the center with empathy and cultural humility.
Social work is rooted in a set of core values
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Service
Social workers' primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems
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Social Justice
Social workers challenge social injustice
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Dignity and worth of the person
Social workers respect the inherent dignity and worth of the person
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Importance of human relationships
Social workers recognize the central importance of human relationships
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Integrity
Social workers behave in a trustworthy manner
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Competence
Social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise
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When to Call a Social Worker
You may benefit from talking with a Social Worker if...
You are dealing with a new diagnosis, living with a serious illness or a chronic illness
You need support communicating with the health care team
You need someone to listen to your concerns
You are worried about the future
You are wondering about advance directives and who will speak for you if you can’t speak for yourself
You are feeling sad, depressed, or frustrated
You have concerns about your safety
You are looking for counseling or guidance