Tosha And Jo's Case Paper

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In Tosha and Jo’s case, I would advise the couple to contact the VA hospital to see if they can assist them with medical treatment. I would also suggest filing any medical claims they have so they can begin receiving income for their disabilities, if any, sustained in the military. Referring the individuals to the Ryan White HIV/Aids program at the local Health Department, would be beneficial as well. The Ryan White program is geared toward individuals who do not have health care coverage and cannot afford it. These individuals will be provided with case management services, support groups and housing. The Alzheimer’s Association, Augusta Chapter would be able to help Jo cope with mental changes caused by her early onset of Alzheimer’s, as well informing her and getting her any other necessary resources. The skills used to assist Tosha and Jo, includes active listening, empathy, coordination, and patience, create and maintain a professional helping relationship. The roles I would use in this particular case would be to refer …show more content…

Once Mary’s condition begin to make progress, she will then go through long term acute care. Long term acute care is when the process of winging Mary off the mechanical ventilator will start. She will also begin one hour therapy impatient rehabilitation. This therapy session is needed to help Mary adjust to being off the ventilator. The Social Worker will contact Mary’s daughter to discuss the options and resources she has in order to continue receiving the proper care once she is home. Mary’s house is not suitable for her right now so the Social Worker will need to call a family team meeting. In this meeting they may want to discuss Mary being placed in a nursing home or receiving care from a home health aide. Being that Mary’s daughter lives in Atlanta, the home health aide can also ensure Mary gets to her follow up

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