Social workers across Salford are being celebrated today as the city celebrates World Social Work Day.
Salford City Council are honouring the inspirational workers who support more than 5,000 adults across the city by shining a light on their exceptional contribution.
Elaina Quesada, Interim Executive Director of Adult Social Care, said: “Social care supports the people of Salford to live fulfilling, healthy and independent lives.
“This day and week shines a spotlight on the often unseen but absolutely vital contribution that social work makes.”
This year, the theme of World Social Work Week is the powerful philosophy of harambee, which is a call to come together, support each other and develop communities where everyone can thrive.
Elaina added: “It is a call to come together which is an ambition we have around bringing closer together the social care workforce across children and adult social care in Salford.”
Throughout Salford, social workers provide 13 types of social care to vulnerable children and adults, supplying an average of 129,545 hours of care each month.
Their role provides care to those with disabilities and mental health difficulties, as well as assisting those struggling with addiction, domestic abuse, homelessness and poverty.
Melissa Caslake, Executive Director of Children’s Services, said: “Every day, social workers step into homes and communities to bring people together, offer hope, and provide support in moments of crisis.
“Their unwavering commitment is driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference, ensuring those they support are in a better stronger place.”
The council are dedicated to ensuring social workers feel supported, so that the network of dedicated workers can continue to provide vital services to those in need across Salford.
