Social Services

Support for Patients and Families Throughout Care

At Sherman Oaks Health & Rehab Center, Social Services play an essential role in supporting patients and their families throughout the care process. Our Social Services team works closely with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to help ensure care plans are understood, coordinated, and aligned with each patient’s needs.
Social Services are provided as part of our patient-centered approach to care, with a focus on communication, coordination, and support during admission, stay, and discharge planning.

How Our Social Services Team Helps

Our Social Services staff assists patients and families with:

Care coordination and communication between the healthcare team and family members

Support during admission and transition into the facility

Discharge planning and coordination of post-discharge services

Assistance with understanding available resources and coverage options

Emotional support related to adjustment, illness, or care transitions

Services are provided in collaboration with nursing, therapy, and administrative teams to support continuity of care and safe transitions.

Patient-Centered Care Coordination

Social Services are an integral part of our interdisciplinary care team. Our approach emphasizes:

Clear and ongoing communication

Respect for patient preferences and needs

Collaboration with families and caregivers

Coordination with physicians and clinical staff

This team-based model supports informed decision-making and continuity throughout the patient’s stay.

Discharge Planning & Transitions

Our Social Services team supports discharge planning by:

  • Assisting with care transition coordination
  • Helping patients and families understand next steps following discharge
  • Coordinating with community providers and support services as appropriate

Discharge planning begins early and continues throughout the stay to support safe and timely transitions.

Need Assistance?

For questions related to Social Services, care coordination, or discharge planning, please contact our business office for additional information.

Contact Business OfficeCall (818) 986-7242