Social Work Services |
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University Optometric Center’s social workers are here to help you cope with whatever challenges you face. We are part of an inter-disciplinary team working with vision specialists and other health care professionals to provide the best possible care.
Social Work Services at University Optometric Center include:
- Short-term individual and/or group counseling for adults, children, and families to enhance coping skills
- Referral to community resources
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient advocacy with outside social systems such as medical and educational institutions
- Patient and staff education
In addition, the Social Work Department offers free monthly support group meetings which are open to public for:
- Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and their loved ones
- Loved ones of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Survivors
- Individuals with visual impairments/low vision issues and their loved ones
For more information about the Social Work Department at the UOC please listen to Iris Rosen, Director of Social Work, discuss services and success stories on EyeTV
Common Questions
Why am I being contacted by a social worker when I just wanted to set up an appointment with the low vision or head trauma service?
Social workers contact all head trauma and low vision patients to obtain a complete history of the patient’s needs and presenting problems. In this way we can enable the optometrist to provide a more comprehensive exam, as well as identify any gaps in service, make referrals, and inform patients of services provided at UOC such as short-term counseling and support groups.
Is counseling available only to Patients of the UOC?
No, the resources of the social work department are available to all members of the SUNY College of Optometry community including students, faculty, and staff.
Is there a cost associated with social work services?
No, Social work services are available without charge to any patient of the University Optometric Center, as well as SUNY staff, faculty, and students.
Need More Information?
For comments or questions contact:
uoc@sunyopt.edu | 1-888-277-5666