International Association of Veterinary Social Work

Question… is it too early to start planning for your #8IVSWS badge swag??? Answer: never! 🥳 Register today! Www.iavsw.org #summit #clevelandohio #animallover #badgeswag #humananimalbond #veterinarysocialwork

One week until our July CE event about the in's and out's of peer support in #veterinarymedicine ! Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/4eYuQnw #peersupport #vsw #iavsw #veteinarysocialwork #mentalhealth #vetmed #supports #compassionfatigue #veterinarians #nurses #animalcaregivers

Join us at the 8th International Veterinary Social Work Summit to connect with other professionals who support the human-animal bond! We hope to see you in person OR virtually! ️#HumanAnimalBond Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gj3M22p5

Q: what is an article or research you are really interested in or recently read about? Kelsey: This article provides some great ideas for veterinary professionals to utilize around goals of care and end-of-life conversations. As a former veterinary professional it helped me navigate difficult conversations better with pet parents. As a mental health professional it has proven to be a well-utilized resource to share with veterinarians that are trying to enhance their skills and confidence in this area of their practice. https://buff.ly/3Y7Jm6s #vetmed #hardconversations #illnesses #resources #humananimalbond #HAB

Q: What is a current obsession, feel good, or pet that you follow on social media? A: https://buff.ly/3Wpi8GX I'm loving this dog and his dedication to his stick! He hiked FOURTEEN MILES with it! And I just adored everyone's sweet compliments about how good of a boy he is. #petsoftiktok #goodboy #socialmedia #socialmediatakeover #feelgood

Next up on our #socialmediatakeover is Kelsey, our Vice President! Kelsey started off as the secretary of the #IAVSW, and last year stepped into the VP role. 1. How long have you been involved in the VSW field and what is your current role/title? I started my VSW journey in the spring of 2020. I am currently working full time as a therapist and Intern Program Coordinator for a small private psychotherapy practice. I see a wide variety of clients, including clients from the veterinary medicine community. In addition to my work with the IAVSW board, I am also volunteering with Furlanthropy, a nonprofit dedicated to safe and secure crowd funding for vet bills. 2. What is your favorite thing about working on the board? The amazing opportunities for connecting. I've met so many wonderful people who have become integral parts of my personal and professional life. 3. What is your favorite mantra or quote to live by? "I exist as I am, and that is enough." -Walt Whitman 4. What's a hobby or interest that people might be surprised to learn about you? Outside of my typical hobbies and interests (doing anything with my pets, horseback riding, reading), my other big hobby is painting my nails! I've found it to be an unexpected act of self care and it forces me to disconnect from my phone and computer. I have over 100 nail polishes and usually have a new at-home manicure I give myself every week! 5. If you could have any animal as a pet, real or mythical, what would it be and why? I would love to have a dragon. Maybe I'm reading too many fantasy novels these days, but they seem like they could make a pretty nice companion. 6. What's one thing on your bucket list that you hope to accomplish soon? I hope to take an extended backpacking trip on the near future! I've always wanted to get out there and just completely immerse myself in the wild! #vsw #socialworker #mentalhealth #vetmed #veterinarysocialworker

The Summit doesn't just have amazing people, insightful topics, and animals...it also has fun outings to explore Cleveland with your friends and colleagues. Find out more about registration and outings here: https://buff.ly/47DXx54 #8IVSWS #VSW #IAVSW #Summit #cleveland #events

Don't forget to sign up for the next Education Working Group on Monday the 15th at 9am EST! Learn more and sign up here: https://buff.ly/3xFFEGg #workinggroup #education #VSW #IAVSW #continuingeducation #humananimalbond

For the final day of #socialmediatakeover , what is a resource you love using in your role, Augusta? - I like to use buff.ly/4cveFfP . It as a searchable U.S. national database for resources to help keep people and their companion animals together and healthy. Completely free to use and list resources in! #oepndoorconsults #HAB #humananimalbond #bondedfamilies #resources #socialwork #IAVSW

There is still time to nominate a fellow professional, student or advocate for the 1st Award Dinner, being hosted on Sept 12th! This will kick off the #8IVSWS and a chance to honor those that are paving the way for the human-animal bond. Learn more and nominate here: https://buff.ly/3W4xzTJ #vsw #veterinarysocialwork #awarddinner #humananimalbond #lifetimeachievement #risingstar #memberoftheyear #HEARTofVSW