Service: 

When people experience health problems their lives may become disrupted, they may feel worried, fearful, stressed or a loss of control. Sometimes help is needed to cope with these feelings and other hardships that come about as a result of illness or hospitalization.  At our hospital social workers meet with patients and their families to help with the adjustment to the life changes that often accompany health problems. Social workers provide counselling, community information, discharge planning services and referral to other agencies.

A social worker as part of the health care team can provide counselling in the areas of:
Adjustment to loss, illness and disability
Emotional support to individuals and families
Caregiver support
Financial support
Grief counselling
Crisis intervention 

You don't need a referral form the doctor to see a social worker. Any one can ask to see a social worker in the hospital. Please speak to any member of the staff if you feel we may be able to assist you.