For Immediate Release
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[Insert Organization] and National Association of Social
WorkersCelebrate National Social Work Month in March 2006
“Life’s Journey” theme focuses on issues related to
aging
[Insert City] – [Insert Organization Name], along with the National
Association of Social Workers, proudly announce the kickoff of National Social
Work Month 2006.
This year’s theme – Life’s Journey: Help Starts Here – focuses
on how social workers help all people at every stage of life, while promoting
dignity for everyone, especially the most vulnerable among us.
“The ‘Graying of America’ and the lengthening of life spans
puts new pressures on individuals and their families,” says NASW President
Elvira Craig de Silva. “Social workers have the specialized knowledge
and expertise to address these pressures. They strive to promote independence,
autonomy and dignity for their clients.”
Social workers help families deal with the stress of placing loved ones in
nursing homes and assisted living communities. They refer family members to
support groups and encourage them to participate in care plan meetings.
“The [insert local chapter or organization name] provides a vital link
between our older citizens and the health-related services they may need,” said
[name, title] of [local chapter or organization]. “Through individual
and family counseling, psychosocial assessment and coordinating care, social
workers provide a range of services to fill critical gaps in long-term care.”
Social Work Month also provides an opportunity for social workers to highlight
the essential role they play in alleviating some of America’s most difficult
problems. Through education, training and dedication, social workers
provide assistance in many different practice areas including health, mental
health, child welfare, end of life, adolescent health, HIV/AIDS and family
violence.
Social workers work with the most vulnerable to connect them with the services
they need. To find comprehensive information about the role of social
work and where to go for assistance for these and other issues, visit www.HelpStartsHere.org.
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To honor the achievements of its members and bring to light the issues faced
by social workers, [Organization Name] is celebrating National Social Work
Month by:
- 1-3 bullets mentioning specific activities/events planned in your area/by
your organization to celebrate social work month
“We understand that the best elder care requires a broad view of social,
environmental, psychological, economic and health care options,” added
[last name of chapter or organization spokesperson]. “As more older Americans
face the challenge of limited mobility, social workers intervene to ensure
appropriate care and services are received.”
NASW chapters and organizations during National Social Work Month will help
social workers across the country advocate for policies that are humane, fair,
and above all beneficial to the nation’s citizens.
For more information on how [name of organization] is supporting National
Social Work Month, please contact [name] at [phone number] or via e-mail at
[e-mail address]. Or visit [Insert URL].
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Note: A boilerplate is a short paragraph that best summarizes who you are
and your mission as an organization or chapter. The paragraph should
remain constant throughout all media information. See example below.
About the National Association of Social Workers
The National Association of
Social Workers (NASW), in Washington, D.C., is the largest membership organization
of professional social workers with 153,000 members. It promotes, develops, and protects the practice of social work
and social workers. NASW also seeks to enhance the well-being of individuals,
families, and communities through its advocacy.
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