SPACE COAST UNIT
(Updated 12/4/20)
NASW-FL offers its’ sincere sympathy to the family of Travis Knight who was killed by a client outside of Circles of Care in Melbourne, FL. It is so tragic for a counselor to lose their life providing services to a client with serious mental illness. We also offer our sympathy and support to the counselors , social workers and staff at Circles of Care. NASW-FL continues to support the safety of social workers though advocacy and legislation.
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We hope this newsletter finds everyone safe and sound as we proceed through these times of COVID-19. Social Workers have always been essential, however I have seen many of our peers step up to the challenge and want you to know that you are recognized.
March was National Social Worker Appreciation Month, which we usually celebrate together and acknowledge the award recipients for their dedication to our community and field. However, these last few months have been a little hectic and crazy so we weren’t able to have a celebration in person.
We’d like to recognize the following people:
CONGRATULATIONS to the 2019-2020 NASW Space Coast Unit Award Winners:
Social Worker of the Year: Anna Marie Curry
Student Social Worker of the Year : Sharona Franklin
Public Citizen of the Year: Jennifer Cleveland
Lifetime Achievement Award: Darlyne Guldi-Mula
Please don’t hesitate to leave them a comment of appreciation for all that they do!
EVERY TUESDAY @ 11 AM “Zoom Coffee Hour”
We would like to invite ALL Social Workers to our “Coffee Hour” zoom meeting as a way to connect with your peers, share ideas and just give each other support and laughter. (Bring your own drinks)
See our facebook page for more information.
https://180healthpartners.zoom.us/j/94213763447
Contact spacecoast.naswfl@socialworkers.org for more information on how you can get involved.
UPCOMING EVENTS
There are no local events planned at this time. Please visit the Events page for other opportunities.
UNIT LEADERSHIP
Get involved in your Space Unit’s leadership! We need volunteers for the Vice Chair, Membership Chair and Newsletter positions. Volunteer now and be part of planning our activities for 2019-2020.
Amber Hartnett Joyce, LCSW - Unit Chair
spacecoast.naswfl@socialworkers.org
Sara Hewitt - Secretary
Darlyne Guldi-Mula - CCNLI Chair
Cyndy Shinaberry - Continuing Education Chair
Christy Shephard - Events Chair
J. Oscar Rivera - Legislative / PACE Chair
Earl Ledford - Membership Chair
earl@earlledfordlcsw.com
Sara Hewitt - Newsletter