Thanks to all all
#comfort4covid
for the generous donation of tablets to help the medical social work team at the MMUH to support communication and connections for our inpatients and their families
A huge congrats to
@AmandaC62359371
in her new role as the Chief Social Worker for
@HSELive
!
IASW Chairperson, Vivian Geiran said:
“This is such an important appointment for the HSE and for the Social Work profession."
Read the full statement here:
Acute trauma rehab team are launching the new Rehab Needs Assessment and Rehab Prescription in MMUH today
@MaterTrauma
@WeHSCPs
@MaterHSCPs
Thanks
@JackieMcIlroy2
to you and the many others who contributed so much to the development of this role. It is an honour to be the first CSW for the HSE and I look forward to working with the many brilliant and dedicated social workers in Ireland today
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
@IASW_IRL
@AmandaC62359371
@HSELive
Amanda is a great appointment. As Chief Social Worker she will have a crucially important role in leading Adult Safeguarding reform. Congratulations Amanda 👏👏
Adding services for older people in EDs could save €2.4 billion, research finds. Great to see further evidence of the value of
@WeHSCPs
in early assessment, intervention and support in our EDs.
@IASW_IRL
Fantastic afternoon with the new
@uccsocialwork
apprentices and mentors. Great to see such energy and collaboration
@IASW_IRL
@HSELive
@tusla
and welcome to our future social work colleagues
Delighted to welcome
@VGeiran
Chairperson of the
@IASW_IRL
to meet MSW / PDSWS
#socialwork
students today to talk about the important work the association undertakes on behalf of its members and lobbying for social change:
@FiachraOS
@UCCAppSoc
The very notion of “for profit” companies when talking about children who need the State to do the right thing is more than concerning. Another example of privatisation of support for people who are already less visible and more at risk
@IASW_IRL
Delighted to hold first
@MaterTrauma
@MaterHSCPs
staff awareness day for Assisted Decision Making Act
@DSS_Ireland
. Great staff engagement with this important development. Here with COO Josephine Ryan
That's a wrap from
@CareChampions2
until tomorrow morning. Our phone-lines will be open again from 9 tomorrow for support - find us on Facebook or twitter and on 089 4477018 or 0863130560, and for anyone impacted by tonights show, we are here to support you as is
@IrishHospice
Today is the first meeting for the Commission on Care for Older People with
@roinnslainte
.
@AmandaC62359371
is there representing the IASW in examining the provision of health and social care services and supports for older people.
Learn more:
Brilliant news
@MaterFIT
so well deserved. Your energy and dedication to older patients attending
@MaterTrauma
ED is evident to all your very proud colleagues!
@WeHSCPs
Delighted to be awarded first prize of the Sr John of the Cross Award. We are celebrating 160 years of
@MaterTrauma
and almost 1 year of
@MaterFIT
today 🥳
Great to hear
@Sinead16
speaking about the social work led inclusion health service for women facing homelessness during pregnancy
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
Much needed individualised care for women and their children. Excellent example of the value of social work in health settings
Great to see the formal launch of
@MaterFIT
. The impact of the service is already being felt
@MaterTrauma
where older patients are getting the assessment and input they deserve at the front door
Many thanks
@davidcullinane
for recognising the need for HSCP representation at Strategic and Policy level in
@roinnslainte
. Users of the health service can only benefit from a multidisciplinary approach to health and social care
@WeHSCPs
In a new social care doc I published this week I am calling for the establishment of a new Office of the Chief Health and Social Care Professional. This role would compliment the office of the CMO and Chief Nursing Officer.
@NursingHomesIre
@IASW_IRL
@siptuhealth
@forsa_union_ie
Very thought provoking article as always
@EidinNiShe
Over reliance on any one pathway is never a good option given the wide range of needs of our older population. Nursing home care has of course a place in the bigger picture but can’t be the default solution
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
Delighted to join
@sarahmdonnelly1
and colleagues
@UCDSocialPWJ
and
@CarersIreland
launch of their research on carer harm
@IASW_IRL
. Important topic exploring this complex issue for families, carers and social care providers
This is a brilliant piece of work
@CloWhelan
@IrishDementiaWG
@sarahmdonnelly1
Safeguarding is about so much more than protection from harm and this report provides a roadmap for better care for people with dementia in nursing homes
Wonderful to see the briefing paper commissioned and co-created by
@IrishDementiaWG
recommended by the Dementia Book Club.
The paper authored by
@sarahmdonnelly1
has 9 Co-authors living with dementia.
We at
@alzheimersocirl
are so proud of this group 💪🏻
Lovely to catch up with great friends and colleagues today
@IASW_IRL
@BASW_NI
@UCDSocialPWJ
@IEHospitalGroup
at Responding to Domestic Violence and Abuse conference highlighting importance of collaboration and being brave in our SW practice
We need to remember that nursing homes are homes, where residents should be able to feel safe and cared for in a holistic way.
@IASW_IRL
@Safeguarding_ie
@roinnslainte
@DonnellyStephen
. Political will is needed to ensure those in need of residential care are central to any change
Dr Emer Ahern getting to the core of improving service delivery through clinical design
@HSE_CDI
@ahernemer
What a great guide for any change programme!
We know that congregated settings are not what older people want or need and yet equity firms are effectively warehousing those in need of care, with fewer and fewer alternatives available. One model of care should never become a monopoly
@IASW_IRL
Older people living in rural Ireland will face a shortage of nursing home beds close to home as larger, new facilities open in counties with big populations and greater numbers of existing beds, new research has found.
Great to be here with
@Safeguarding_ie
colleagues at annual learning event
@HSELive
CEO Bernard Gloster delivering keynote address on the ongoing change process in the HSE and the key priorities of care, culture and governance
Dr Maeve O’Rourke highlighting the key importance of the socio-legal expertise of social workers
@IASW_IRL
to enable us to advocate and support the human rights of those we work with
#ResidentsHaveRights
Specialist palliative care social work is a core support for people receiving end of life care and their families/caters. Access to this service is inconsistent nationally across both acute and community services.
Delighted to attend this mornings stakeholder engagement workshop as part of
@HSELive
@Safeguarding_ie
review of adult safeguarding in Ireland. Really productive morning with social work colleagues working together to improve services of adults at risk of harm or abuse
@IASW_IRL
@IASW_IRL
. Need for coordinated bereavement supports has never been greater. Social Workers delivering this care in hospitals. Model can be expanded to support nursing homes and residential settings.
Care Champions are delighted to hear of the appointment of a chief of social work in
@HSELive
. We believe this is a positive step towards prioritizing person-centered care & effectively addressing safeguarding concerns. Best wishes to
@AmandaC62359371
Fascinating presentation
#IGS2023
by
@EidinNiShe
outlining ongoing research into collaborative interdisciplinary work with older persons and the need for inter professional training at undergraduate level to enhance care
We need to ensure that frail older patients recovering don’t go the long term care route as a default option. All deserve right to discharge home following rehab if possible
Fantastic to have contribution from Caoimhe Gleeson
@HSELive
on social work and the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act
#IASW2024
@IASW_IRL
That is fantastic news and a really well deserved achievement
@jenniferc_allen
Your work is so timely and relevant for practice - delighted for you Dr Allen!!
Massive congratulations to Dr Jennifer Allen who successfully defended her
#PhD
thesis today👏🥳🥂Huge thanks to examiners Prof. Gavin Davidson and Dr Carmel Davies
@UCDSocialPWJ
@jenniferc_allen
This is unacceptable.
@IASW_IRL
has repeatedly asked for a rights based approach such as adopted in other European countries. Safe visiting can be implemented, residents and families don’t have time to wait!!
Great interview with Aoife Ryan, Medical Social Worker
@MaterTrauma
who explains the important role
#socialworkers
are playing in offering psychosocial support and crisis intervention during
#COVID19
Thrilled to welcome our CHO colleagues to Swords today to celebrate their
#HSEExcellenceAwards22
achievements!
🔵The Awards recognise:
-Improving access for patients,
-Delivering a higher of quality care to patients, or
- Promoting pride among staff about our services.
(1/2)
Very timely and interesting discussions at this mornings webinar
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
highlighting importance for all HCWs to ensure adults who require support making decisions about their care are enabled to do so
@IASW_IRL
the public service cost of poverty. This is not just an individual issue.
#combatpoverty
Social policy is both the cause and the solution to many of these
@EAPNIreland
Nphet committee on vulnerable people disbanded
@IASW_IRL
social workers continuing to meet and support people in vulnerable situations- where is their voice?
Agree, they don’t just happen by accident, often significant planning done ahead of meetings and lots and lots of follow up and support afterwards. It’s the social worker who stays on with the family to help process the experience
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
Congratulations to Megan Campbell - winner of the
#Mater
Deck Your Desk competition! Megan is a member of
#OurMaterTeam
's Medical Social Work Department and she went the extra mile to make her desk festive this year!
We know that the right support and the most difficult of times helps mitigate longer term grieving problems- all bereaved people should have access to bereavement social work services
With ongoing support from
@hseNCCP
we are delighted to be able to expand our psycho oncology social work team. Great opportunity to contribute to the development of this great MDT. Senior Medical Social Worker in Dublin with Mater Hospital - Rezoomo
Systems that harm - really struck by this
@CarersIreland
@UCDSocialPWJ
research launch on Carer Harm. The additional stress experienced by family carers trying to navigate complex health and social care systems
Delighted to be attending
@IrishLawReform
launch of Regulatory Framework for Adult Safeguarding
@IASW_IRL
Hugely important piece of work which will hopefully inform policy and practice into the future.
Yet another example our collective failure to protect those most at risk of harm. The response needs to be at cultural, legislative, institutional and practice level. We cannot adopt a “safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility” approach as this clearly doesn’t work.
@IASW_IRL
With the support of
@hseNCCP
@MaterTrauma
delighted to be recruiting for a SMSW to join our psycho-oncology service as part of an energetic and dynamic social work team!
@WeHSCPs
@IASW_IRL
Really thought provoking workshop with Freda Quinlan
@Safeguarding_ie
conference looking at Coercive Control of Older Adults in Filial Relationships. Highlights the importance and value of practitioner research for social workers
@HSELive
@NationalQPS
@IASW_IRL
we are so proud of Rachael and her colleagues on the Mater Inclusion Health team. A real example of interdisciplinary person centred care
@WeHSCPs
Social workers play an important role in supporting people during transitions in their lives. All those with dementia and their carers should have access to social work services regardless of their address.
Well done to
@dementia_office
on their second national audit on dementia service. Important role of
@WeHSCPs
well acknowledged
but disappointing to see just 58% of hospitals (19/33) have access to a social worker
@IASW_IRL
Thanks
@CaraWebs24
was lovely to see so many committed staff there today to mark Year 1 of ADM Mentorship Programme
@HSELive
. Working with such experienced and passionate mentees made my role as mentor easy and really enjoyable!
Honoured to attend today's celebration event at the Mansion House marking 1 year of the ADM Mentorship Programme. Thanks to all involved, especially
@AmandaC62359371
, for being a great mentor 😊
Last couple of days before closing to applications for Senior Medical Social Work post in
@MaterDublin
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
great opportunity to join dynamic MDT
Exciting opportunity to work as part of a great social work team and alongside a full MDT developing this first of its kind post in Ireland. Senior Medical Social Worker - Trauma Rehabilitation
Huge thanks to the residents and staff in Dungarvan Community Hospital for their very warm welcome.
@MaryButlerTD
@Safeguarding_ie
@SouthEastCH
@HSELive
The Making Safeguarding Personal Toolkit is one of the ways we can all work to embed a culture of safeguarding in the HSE
The Minister for Mental Health & Older People
@MaryButlerTD
was in Dungarvan Community Hospital this morning to launch the
@HSELive
@Safeguarding_ie
“Making Safeguarding Personal” toolkit of resources
See
Delighted to be taking part
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
. So important to take time out and reflect on one of the core pillars of social work practice. Miss the opportunity to catch up with colleagues in person though!!
Just getting started with today’s
@IASW_IRL
event to mark National Adult Safeguarding Day
@safeguardingire
@Safeguarding_ie
Brilliant to see so many colleagues coming together to see how we can best protect adults at risk of abuse in the absence of required legislation
Check out the
@IASW_IRL
website later next week for the launch of this competency framework - great potential for teaching, induction, performance reviews and staff support. Important step on the pathway to advanced practice and improved service for patients
#IASW2024
Brilliant observations from
@sarahmdonnelly1
to finish
#IGS2024
Clear call for collective action to uphold human rights for older people in Ireland
@HSECHODNCC
we are all very lucky to have Patrice as a colleague. A strong advocate for those who use our services and a great example of the contribution social work can make in integrated care
@HSELive
@WeHSCPs
Working as a Social Work Team Leader on an Integrated Care team for Older Persons within
@HSECHODNCC
Patrice Reilly says, "you really get to feel that what you do is valuable"
@hselive
#ourhealthservice
Already a huge amount to reflect on from this
#respondingtodva
conference
@IASW_IRL
@BASW_NI
excellent contributions from Stephanie Holt and Marcella Leonard on responding to DVA and abuse.
Thank you
@MaryButlerTD
@roinnslainte
this is a much needed boost for residents and families- let’s hope
@NursingHomesIre
also take steps to further enhance visiting which is a right, not a luxury
Love the description from
@CarmelHalton
about reflective practice - to uproot me from my previous knowledge - can be challenging but also so transformative
@IASW_IRL
Fantastic learning and sharing experience of social workers building capacity with those we work with
@IASW_IRL
@Safeguarding_ie
Great to see the breadth and depth of expertise in our profession
Excellent presentation from
@STOKee62
on the guiding principles of the ADMA
#IGS2023
So important that we challenge ourselves to embrace the spirit of the act and embed human rights in our practice
@IASW_IRL
@WeHSCPs
@IEHospitalGroup
Huge congrats to my colleague Dr Sarah Donnelly on her richly deserved promotion to Associate Professor- really delighted for you Sarah! Enjoy the celebrations!
Disappointing to see
#HSCPS
excluded from this role. Criteria should be based on having the relevant skills, competencies & experience for a role.
@CHO2westjobs
please reconsider - show HSCPS their expertise is valued & respected, roles should never be restricted to 1 discipline