The SEARHC Social Services team is dedicated to supporting patients and their families by addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) and connecting them to essential resources. Our goal is to ensure patients have the tools and support they need to better navigate the healthcare system, community services and some of life’s challenges.
Our Services Include:
- Resource Connections: Assisting in accessing vital services and in some instances, helping patients apply for programs, including Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Alaska Legal Services, housing and Social Security.
- Patient Advocacy: Partnering with patients to navigate healthcare and community resources effectively.
- Care Coordination: Supporting patients and families through team-based care designed to meet the needs of patients. In the hospital setting, our team collaborates in an interdisciplinary setting to develop a patient-centered care plan.
- Long-Term Care Planning: Helping patients understand the nuances and importance of advanced directives, power of attorney and long-term care placement.
- Case Conferencing: Collaborating to develop a plan for patient care that encompasses patient, healthcare professionals and community resources. This plan is based on patient need and eliminates the duplication of services within SEARHC and between community partners.
- Physician Consultations: Better ensuring comprehensive support.
- Notary Services: Helping safeguard the authenticity of legal documents (location dependent).
- Safety and Crisis Support: Offering safety planning and crisis intervention.
- Hospital Discharge Planning: Ensuring the patient has a safe and appropriate discharge from the hospital to their next phase of care.
Our team is here to provide compassionate support and expert guidance, helping patients focus on their health and healing while we help navigate the logistics. We work directly with our patients and their family members to ensure a comprehensive approach to health. Talk to your provider today to learn how our team can best assist you.