Social services at Bethesda Hospital

The Social Services department at Bethesda Hospital supports patients and their relatives in planning their discharge from hospital, aftercare and in social matters. Individualised solutions are developed in close cooperation with those affected, the doctors treating them and the nursing staff.

The social service complements the holistic care concept and is available to all inpatients and their relatives in an advisory capacity. In addition to providing support in coping with illness and in crisis situations, the staff offer help with social law issues, possible benefit claims and the organisation of post-inpatient care. They also assist with the preparation of living wills, advance directives and applications for guardianship. The aim is to provide patients with the best possible support in their respective situations and to make it easier for them to return to their everyday lives.

Our offers

  • Counselling on coping with the illness and in crisis situations
  • Counselling and support in the decision-making process for planning further action
  • Clarification of existing and missing resources
  • Discharge planning in close collaboration with the doctors, nursing staff and family members
  • Organisation of an individual follow-up solution (e.g. return home, transfer to a subsequent institution)
  • Advice on financial matters, social insurance and possible benefit entitlements
  • Support in drawing up living wills, advance care directives and applications to the adult protection authority
  • Arranging contacts with authorities, offices and other contact points
  • Triage and networking with external service providers

Our work prioritises the dignity and self-determination of patients and their relatives. Support and counselling processes are based on your consent, taking into account your wishes and existing resources.

The counselling service is open to all persons receiving inpatient treatment at Bethesda Hospital, as well as their relatives. Like all hospital staff, the social services staff are bound to confidentiality and treat all issues raised confidentially.

The social services team works closely with patients, their relatives, external co-operation partners and the interprofessional team. This interdisciplinary co-operation ensures optimal care and supports you in returning to your everyday life.

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Your advantages at Bethesda Hospital

We provide interdisciplinary excellence in medicine, care and therapy, promote innovation and are at the cutting edge of research and technology. Personalised care in a family atmosphere, our excellent hotel facilities and the quiet location in the park support your recovery.

Ausgezeichnete Pflege und Hotellerie im Bethesda Spital

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Medical excellence

Your advantages
Bethesda Spital ist Mitglied bei Swiss Leading Hospitals (SLH)

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