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Trauma-informed Care Creates a Path Forward

Shelter, Inc

Feeling safe is the foundation of trauma recovery. To address this challenge, Shelter is rolling out a new program to provide mental health counseling services at local schools throughout Chicagoland. Sylvie Colon, a Clinical Therapist at Shelter, works with young people who have faced extremely difficult situations. “I

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April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Here are resources for social workers

Social Work Blog

Social workers provide counseling services and mental health treatment to individuals who may also have an alcohol use disorder and help them address barriers to treatment. Assessment and interventions of risky alcohol use is extremely important amongst girls and women. Smart Recovery. Alcohol Use in the United States.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. They involve clients in decision-making processes and encourage them to actively participate in setting goals and developing intervention plans.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Patients

Gateway Foundation

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. This approach allows staff to assess your needs and provide the medical and professional care that best supports your lifelong recovery.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. This approach allows staff to assess your needs and provide the medical and professional care that best supports your lifelong recovery.

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The Dangers of Problem Gambling

Gateway Foundation

Remember that overcoming gambling addiction takes time and commitment, but with proper help and treatment, individuals can reclaim their lives and achieve long-term recovery. It can also help you recognize triggers and help them implement appropriate strategies for recovery.

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You Asked, Can Social Workers Prescribe Medication?

Social Work Haven

Monitor interventions Social workers monitor interventions that have been put in place to ensure they are helping the person and their family. They use evidence-based practice to make sure these interventions are effective and review them regularly if necessary. Contact your registered GP surgery for an appointment.