March is National Social Work month, and Angela Hospice is proud to celebrate the wonderfully compassionate group of professionals who make up our social work team. Social workers for generations have served as leaders, advocates, and champions, helping individuals overcome challenges so they can live up to their full potential. Social workers also work tirelessly to improve our communities and society We hope you’ll take a moment and read about what drives some of Angela Hospice’s social workers to pursue the important work they do each day. Maneesha N. Finkle, LLMSW I became a social worker because I wanted to do something meaningful with my life while supporting and advocating for those who don’t have a voice in society. Sarah Rothstein, LMSW I knew that I wanted to use my clinical training to help people get through difficult and  emotional experiences. The opportunity that I am given each day to listen, provide guidance and support as people are vulnerable an...

In honor of National Social Work Month we took a few minutes to talk with Angela Hospice’s Director of Social Work and Bereavement, Rebecca DeRaud, to learn why this team works so well together, what it’s been like to watch them grow, and more. Check it out! Rebecca (top left) with the Angela Hospice bereavement team. How long have you worked here? Sixteen years this June. How many social workers were here when you started? There were three. There’s one remaining from then, besides me, and now there are 20 of us all together. What’s it been like to see that growth over the years? It’s been a phenomenal experience. In many ways I feel like we’re all growing up together. We’ve all watched each other and we’ve all helped each other become better clinicians, further each other’s professional development, and definitely personal development too. What makes an Angela Hospice social worker unique? What I think makes them unique is that they have excellent clin...