The Social Work Service at Kiziguro District Hospital supports patients and their families in addressing social, emotional, economic, and psychosocial challenges that may affect access to healthcare, recovery, and overall well-being. Social workers work closely with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and relevant community partners to ensure that vulnerable patients receive appropriate support and are connected to available resources.
Service Package includes:
- Psychosocial support and counseling for patients and families
- Assessment of patients' social and family needs
- Support for vulnerable and disadvantaged patients
- Family counseling and support in dealing with illness
- Assistance in identifying and accessing available social and community resources
- Referral and linkage to appropriate social protection and support services
- Support for patients facing social, economic, or family-related difficulties
- Follow-up of patients with complex social needs
- Support for children, older persons, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups
- Collaboration with healthcare providers and community stakeholders to promote continuity of care
- Assistance with discharge planning and appropriate community follow-up
The Social Work Service contributes to patient-centered, equitable, and holistic healthcare by addressing social factors that can affect patients' health, treatment, and recovery.
