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March is National Social Work Month
While most law firms do not hire social workers, Dutton & Casey did. Since March 2010,
Erin Vogt, who is also a certified care manager, has served as
our Client Care Coordinator. She talks with all individuals who contact our firm for assistance and, after the client meets with the attorney, can meet with the client at any location - literally: a private home, acute care, long-term care, or rehabilitation hospitals; an assisted or independent living community; or a skilled nursing/rehabilitation facility. In addition, she is accessible to clients and their loved ones when questions or new issues arise.
To be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois, a person has to have completed a Master's degree, worked under the supervision of another seasoned LCSW for 3,000 hours and passed a comprehensive exam. He/she is then required to stay current in the field by earning continuing education credits including ones in ethics and cultural competency areas and is held to rigorous standards of practice in order to maintain a license in good standing.
Our attorneys rely on Erin's input regarding how our client is handling his or her personal range of health conditions; living situation, and countless other issues. She takes time to assess what level of services would be helpful, whom the client and loved ones can rely on for various kinds of support, and whether the current plan is sustainable. When it is not, she helps to make modifications. The values of our clients are the priority. We recognize that the role of loved ones is enormously important.
As the attorneys develop comprehensive legal and financial plans, Erin focuses on building a client-centered care plan that starts with the goals, values, and wishes of the client within the limits of available resources.
This team approach creates the best-customized road map for our clients. Every situation is truly unique but, by working together, the team at Dutton & Casey truly strives to coordinate the best plan for each and every client.
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