Ticketed Event
Libraries increasingly find themselves on the front lines of addressing growing needs around homelessness, immigration, incarceration, opioid use, aging, and more in our communities. Over the past 10 years, many public libraries have turned to social workers to help them respond to these and other life challenges our community members are facing. Libraries that cannot afford to hire a dedicated social worker can partner with community agencies to develop library social service programs. This PLA session highlights best practices, particularly in the realm of community partnerships, and provides resources to better equip libraries to serve patrons experiencing life challenges. Cosponsored by ODLOS and YALSA.
ALA Unit/Subunit: PLA
Meeting Type: Preconference/Institute, Ticketed Event
Cost: Ticketed Event. Not included with registration. Visit the Ticketed Events Information Page for further details.
Open/Closed: Open
Jean Badalamenti
Health and Human Services Assistant Manager
DC Public Library
Leah Esguerra, LMFT
Social Worker/ Social Service Team Supervisor
San Francisco Public Library/San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing
Justine Janis, LCSW
Licensed Outpatient Clinician at Chicago Public Library
AMITA Health
David Perez, MSW
Social Work & Diversity Services Manager
Long Branch Free Public Library
Elissa Hardy, LCSW
Community Resource Manager
Denver Public Library