How Social Workers Impact the Lives of Those With CF

Today we celebrate National Social Workers Day (NSWD), part of National Social Work Month. Led by The?National Association of Social Workers, this day recognizes the contributions social workers have made in the U.S. for more than a century and how the services they provide are needed more than ever.?

For those living with cystic fibrosis, maintaining treatment and therapy regimens can be challenging. It may be overwhelming trying to keep up with school, work, and relationships, which can have a significant emotional impact. This is where our social workers step in and support.?

Social workers provide direct guidance to help those with CF get referrals to specialists, navigate health insurance coverage, and make tough decisions about school or the next steps in their career. Our social workers also work closely with our CF Peer Connect team to build relationships among those living with CF and their family members through peer-to-peer mentoring. In addition, our CF social workers partner closely with?Compass, a free, personalized service that can help those with CF with insurance, financial, legal, and other issues.?

As Nobel-prize winning social worker Jane Addams once said, “social work’s special genius is its closeness to the people it serves.”?

As we stand together to forge a path toward a more equitable future, we recognize the historical roots of health inequities and why social workers bring valuable perspectives to solving intractable healthcare challenges. As such efforts continue to expand, we must support our social workers as they offer valuable insights and make significant improvements to address the individual needs of our CF community.?