2025 Navigating the Intersection of Domestic Violence and Cancer: Comprehensive Support Strategies for Oncology Social Work Practice
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 1:00 - 2:30 PM Eastern Time
Intimate partner violence (IPV) poses significant risks to oncology patients, who face additional vulnerabilities due to their diagnosis and treatment complexities. In a study by Mejri et al. (2023), IPV among oncology patients was examined, revealing common forms of abuse, including restrictive control over food and clothing (21%), psychological violence (20%), non-consensual sharing of health information (17%), and social isolation through limited visits with loved ones (9.2%).
This presentation addresses IPV within oncology care, emphasizing trauma-informed care, screening practices, and supportive interventions. It highlights the importance of risk assessments, safety planning, and collaborative approaches involving social workers, mental health professionals, and community resources. Additionally, it covers barriers such as fear, isolation, and financial dependency, with strategies to empower patients through education, counseling, and advocacy. Aiming to foster a multidisciplinary approach, the presentation equips healthcare professionals with tools to provide compassionate, comprehensive care tailored to the needs of IPV-affected oncology patients.
Speakers:
Karen Sanchez, MSW, LCSW, CWCM-S, OSW-C, Director of Social Services, Oncology, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Marlys Medina, MSW, LCSW, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Katleen Leon, MSW, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Learning Objectives:
After attending the session, participants will be able to:
CE credits: 1.5, which will be available for $25.
Category: Clinical/General
Educational Level: Intermediate
ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORK BOARDS (ASWB):
This organization, Association of Oncology Social Workers, ACE Approval #1351, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. AOSW maintains responsibility for the program. ACE provider approval period: 11/11/22 – 11/11/25. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits.
NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT’S STATE BOARD FOR SOCIAL WORK:
Association of Oncology Social Work, Inc., SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0320.
Completion Requirements:
Social workers must successfully complete a quiz with a 75% passing grade and answer evaluation questions to earn credit for both live and recorded events.
*This course is not approved for NJ social workers, as ACE approval is not accepted by all Boards. Please check the ACE jurisdiction map for a list of jurisdictions that currently accept ACE.
This presentation addresses IPV within oncology care, emphasizing trauma-informed care, screening practices, and supportive interventions. It highlights the importance of risk assessments, safety planning, and collaborative approaches involving social workers, mental health professionals, and community resources. Additionally, it covers barriers such as fear, isolation, and financial dependency, with strategies to empower patients through education, counseling, and advocacy. Aiming to foster a multidisciplinary approach, the presentation equips healthcare professionals with tools to provide compassionate, comprehensive care tailored to the needs of IPV-affected oncology patients.
Speakers:
Karen Sanchez, MSW, LCSW, CWCM-S, OSW-C, Director of Social Services, Oncology, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Marlys Medina, MSW, LCSW, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Katleen Leon, MSW, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Learning Objectives:
After attending the session, participants will be able to:
- Apply effective screening methods to detect signs of IPV in oncology patients, ensuring early identification and intervention.
- Analyze the multifaceted impact of IPV on oncology patients and create integrated care plans that incorporate safety planning, risk assessment, and collaboration with social workers and community resources.
- Analyze case studies to gain deeper insights into the complexities of IPV in oncology care and devise practical, patient-centered solutions.
CE credits: 1.5, which will be available for $25.
Category: Clinical/General
Educational Level: Intermediate
ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORK BOARDS (ASWB):
This organization, Association of Oncology Social Workers, ACE Approval #1351, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. AOSW maintains responsibility for the program. ACE provider approval period: 11/11/22 – 11/11/25. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits.NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT’S STATE BOARD FOR SOCIAL WORK:
Association of Oncology Social Work, Inc., SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0320.
Completion Requirements:
Social workers must successfully complete a quiz with a 75% passing grade and answer evaluation questions to earn credit for both live and recorded events.
*This course is not approved for NJ social workers, as ACE approval is not accepted by all Boards. Please check the ACE jurisdiction map for a list of jurisdictions that currently accept ACE.