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The Role of the Social Workers in the Aftermath of the World Trade Center Attack

This article discusses the expanding role of the social worker after the terrorism attacks of September 11, 2001. It examines the element of ethnic and cultural backgrounds in the aftereffects of a terrorist attack and how education and training of professionals can enhance the resources available at the disaster sites. This article is designed to provide guidance to other home care and hospice organizations in their preparation and planning for emergency care and services. It includes resources and applications for organizations to consider, adapt, and expand on.

Key Words: social workers • terrorism • mental health • training

Home Health Care Management & Practice, Vol. 15, No. 2, 152-156 (2003)
DOI: 10.1177/1084822302239307


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