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G: Met with client for weekly case management session and to address housing goals. I: CM met with client to inquire about updates related to housing goals. CM used open ended questions as an MI technique in order to get the client to envision his life without drugs.CM specifically address the issue of sobriety as it pertains to the client’s status for orthopedic surgery. CM continued to assess for PTSD symptoms, substance abuse, and medication compliance. R: Client presented well-groomed and with good hygiene. He was seen casually dressed and was open for discussion. Client 's affect was appropriate and congruent to his thought content, and his mood appeared happy. Client reported attending the VA joint clinic in WLA on 3/2, in where he …show more content…

The client reported having mixed feelings regarding sobriety and blamed his environment (Skid Row) for his continued drug use. Client reported being reluctant to stop using heroin in order to be consider a good candidate for surgery by the WLA, VA. He reported that he will only consider sobriety for surgery, if Medicaid coverage fails to provide surgery for his knee. The client was able to describe the barriers that enable him to continue his dependency on opiates such as his refusal to interact with his family even after they ‘ve attended to make contact with him. Client reported finding comfort in “being what everyone expects him with his addiction”. Client admitted that he fears sobriety and reaching out to his family because he feels like he would let them down and “wont be able to live up to the expectations”. Mental health: Client denied having any PTSD symptoms at this time. Client denied S/I, H/I. Client continued to reject consult for MH services. Financial: Client agreed to contribute $150 into the program’s savings plan by 3/29. Client’s main source of income is his VA service connection check in where he receives $834 a month for hearing loss and tinnitus. The client ‘s VA disability rating is at 50%. P: CM and client will continue to meet on a weekly basis to explore his barriers related to housing and substance

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Goal: Cm met with client for weekly follow up I: CM greeted client and followed up on last week’s session. CM reintegrated goal of the Harm Reduction program was to provided a referral for housing. Intern discussed plan of action to help manage the Client’s access to VA benefits and referral for VASH. Intern validated the progress the client is making and his interest in doing well.

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G. addressed the Board first and provided them with a chronological file of the incidences that occurred. He stated he felt the outpatient program website was very misleading. R.G. believed he was attending a nationally recognized program with licensed professionals, and individualized treatment. He reported feeling the staff was rude, under qualified, and unprofessional. R.G. stated he was not given a proper evaluation upon entry of the program.

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Dr. Keith requested a mental health evaluation on a Mr. Alewine. He is a 28 year old male who presented to the ED via EMS for chest pains, suicidal ideation, and symptoms of psychosis. Mr. Alewine reported arriving in Siler City from Tennessee after a 16 hour bus trip. He reports after his 16 hour trip, he went to a mechanic shop to call 911 for chest pain and suicidal ideation without a plan after stressing about having a place to stake for a few days. Per documentation Mr. Alewine was asked about current chest pain on a scale of 1 to 10, he reports a 1.

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G-CM met with the client to fill out a Skid Row Housing application, and give directions to the nearest social security office. I-CM helped client fill out a five page application for Skid Row Housing. CM gave the client the closest address to the social security office, because the application requires a copy of the client's social security card. CM also advised the client to continue attending different group meetings to help with his social skills and cope with his depression. CM continued to assess client's MH and medication.

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MHP took the member home once his prescription was filed. The member states he forget to make follow up appointment with the doctor for next month. MHP told the member she will schedule follow up appointment and will let him know the date and time. The member report that he still want to find a senior citizen apartment. MHP told the member that he will be responsible for paying for the first month rent and security deposit.

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He also seemed confident and showed an understanding of the seriousness of his medical problem. While the social worker can empathize with the client and has noticed some similarities in their backgrounds and life experiences, the client showed poor judgment in drinking and using alcohol to lower his stress. The counselor does not believe that counter-transference issues developed during the assessment. Patrick is a sixty-eight-year-old single, male.

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The representive stated a packet of paperwork with mailed to patinet in 2-3 weeks to be completed and mailed back within the deadline date. They stated a social worker for IHSS will contact patient to schedule an evaltation appointment with patient. Patient understood the MSW instructions about looking out for the packet and contact MSW if futher assistance is needed. Patinet had other concerns about hearing from Medicare regarding not receving the completed Medicare Coverage Re-determination packet, which was due by 09/01/15. Patient stated she never received the packet through the mail.

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Mr. Moore came into the office to meet with ICM and complete activation paperwork for BHSI services. Mr. Moore is a 46-year-old African American male who self-reports using crack cocaine and since the age of 18. Mr. Moore also reported a history of Alcohol and Marijuana use since the age of 14. During this encounter, Mr. Moore shared with ICM that he is tired of the living the way he was living and that he’s sick of giving his money to the “drug dealers.” Mr. Moore stated that he is ready for a change and they only way that he can achieve this change is by staying connected to his recovery supports.

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The author of the article continued to explain the r “As a society, and as clinicians, we have to go far beyond simply viewing the drugs as the problem. In order to give everyone suffering from addiction the best chance possible to enter and stay in recovery, we urgently need to start paying attention to the broader issues that allow addiction to fester, such as housing, employment, poverty, systemic racism, and the effects of incarceration,” (Grinspoon). The author of the article, believes that the problem of addiction in low income neighborhoods is a direct effect of the lower quality systems that are set up for the people living in those neighborhoods. After Sonny’s addiction was caused by the lack of resources in his lower income community, he was unable to get the adequate resources to overcome his cycle of

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Identification of Issues and Problems Before finishing the initial session, I make sure to ask questions about present or historical suicidal thoughts and attempts. Blaine indicates that he is not suicidal and that he has no intentions of hurting himself or others. I explain to Blaine that I want to request his previous records from the VA and get a chance to look over them. Further, I let Blaine know that I would like to be a fellow traveler with him on a journey of self-discovery and he accepts the invitation. I schedule his next appointment one week from the intake appointment and let him know that by that time I will be able to go over his VA records then, meet with him and discuss the choices he has.

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She also received weekly counseling and case management for her depression and anxiety. As a part of MHMR program requirements all counseling she received followed the “Seeking Safety Curriculum” which is based on trauma informed care. The intervention chosen was empowering to the client because she was able to take control of her recovery and sobriety. Cheryl was able to build up her confidence as it relates to her ability to maintain sobriety.

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As I progress in my career, I feel that it is important to develop a personal style and technique that clients can relate to. I am also interested in learning more about assessments and evaluations as they drive the rehabilitation plan. While I have assessed hundreds of clients, I realize that there is more to learn. For instance, the trend over the next five years will be an increase in applicants who receive state-plan home and community based services. The Final Rule issued by The Center for Medicare and Medicaid will require that individuals receive services in the most integrated settings.

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