The Holidays and Hidden Hardships: Addressing Mental Health
The Holidays and Hidden Hardships: Addressing Mental Health For many, the holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But for individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty, it can be one of the most challenging times of the year. At Good Samaritan Services, we see firsthand how this season can amplify feelings of isolation, […]
Healing Hearts: Mental Health Awareness Month
On average, when people begin counseling at Good Sam, their depression score tends to fall in the moderately depressed range. Depression can have a profound impact on various aspects of everyday life, including functionality and stability. When left untreated, it can intensify existing challenges and potentially lead to or worsen homelessness. Depression can often affect […]
Understanding Homelessness and Mental Health: A PIE Perspective
Homelessness goes beyond individual challenges; it is a systemic issue intertwined with societal structures. The Person in Environment (PIE) theory sheds light on this complexity by emphasizing the reciprocal relationship between individuals and their environment. In the context of homelessness, PIE theory prompts a holistic examination of the contributing factors and their impact. Homelessness is […]
Unlocking the Power of Human Connection: The Role of Rapport and Trust in Social Work
What has drawn me to study and practice social work is the social work core values of the importance of human relationships, dignity, and worth of a person. In treatment, in therapy, if you are not building rapport, it does not matter what intervention or evidence-based practice you use, it simply will not be successful. […]
