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Ask a Social Worker

October 29 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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If you need a little support on your life’s journey, ask a library social worker!

Emily Kahn, MSW, has a background as a medical social worker in the mental health field, as well as serving patients and their families with end-of-life issues through Hospice and Elder Care Law. In collaboration with the rest of the library staff, Emily is committed to building community and meeting patrons where they are with any life challenges they might be experiencing.

She is available for drop-in hours every Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., and she and other members of the social work team are available by appointment at other times.

Emily can offer to our patrons:

  • Bibliotherapy – Utilizing books and literature to support mental wellness
  • A welcoming, judgement-free conversation
  • Inclusive support for people experiencing marginalization
  • Creative ways to combat social isolation
  • Grief support
  • Limited counseling
  • Community resource referrals for:
    • Food insecurity;
    • Housing insecurity;
    • Financial insecurity;
    • Unemployment;
    • Substance use disorders.

Details

Date:
October 29
Time:
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Venue

Bloomsburg Public Library
225 Market Street
Bloomsburg, PA 17815 United States
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Phone
570-784-0883