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Social work interns are stepping into critical roles at the Uniondale Public Library, providing essential support to the community. The initiative, a collaboration with Adelphi University, is an effort to both enhance the interns’ education and help local residents. Above: Natasha Holder, one of the Uniondale Library’s two social work interns
“This funding is a lifeline to several New Mexico counties that are impacted by healthcare and provider deserts,” Dr. Anna Nelson, Director of the Center for Excellence in Social Work, said. “It will enable us to provide educational resources for social workers who serve in these communities while creating better pathways for social work as a career. The more well-trained social workers we have in our state, the better prepared we are to meet the urgent mental health needs of our communities.”
Sheffield is moving at pace to meet the current and future demand for more carers in the city. It’s expected that there will be 13,000 more people aged over 65 by 2030 in Sheffield, so anticipating and responding effectively to changing health and care needs is key.
Beyond his contributions to the educational field, Galbreath’s commitment to ethical practice and lifelong learning has set a high standard for social work education in Ohio. His former colleagues and students regard him as not only a knowledgeable educator but also as a model of integrity and competence. Through his efforts to create inclusive policies and environments that welcome every voice, Galbreath has fostered a legacy that will undoubtedly shape the future of social work in Ohio.
A Victoria police crime scene at a Melbourne tobacco shop. Such fires have occurred on high streets across Victoria in the past 18 months.