CMW News: Case managers assist disaster victims
Case Management Weekly, September 10, 2008
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Victims affected by Hurricane Gustav will turn to case managers to help them recover from the storm. Case managers will aid victims in obtaining health services, emergency food and shelter, mental healthcare and counseling, transportation, financial assistance, and even employment.
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Secretary Mike Leavitt announced the implementation of the Disaster Case Management demonstration program last week. The program, headed by HHS’ Administration for Children and Families, aims to link individuals and families affected by disasters to case managers from nongovernmental disaster relief associations.
The case managers will assist individuals and families with their immediate needs, and follow-up with their clients throughout the recovery process.
Source: The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
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