Geriatrics Monthly Bulletins for Veterans, Families, and Caregivers
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March’s topic is:

Social Workers Make a Difference

• VA’s Marie A. Jones from Houston, TX is the chair for national Social Work Month this year – with the campaign theme, Social Work Breaks Barriers. Ms. Jones also serves Veterans, families, and caregivers in her role as a Medical Foster Home program coordinator and committee member for the national Veteran Community Partnership program.

  A VA Social Worker Can Connect You with Information and Support

  No matter where you need to start, a VA social worker can help you with:

  • Home and Community Based Services
  • Residential Settings and Nursing Homes
  • Making Decisions and Advance Care Planning
  • Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
  • Information about Paying for Long Term Care
  • Caregiver Support
  • Other VA and non-VA Resources, including resources about Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

  Find a VA Social Worker in Your Area

  Your VA social worker can help you locate services and assist with making arrangements. Find a VA social worker in your area.