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    • Social Work Practice
    • Digital Health Interventions
    • Grief and Bereavement Support

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    • Hospice caregivers require support, often facing barriers to traditional in-person groups.
    • Geographic limitations hinder access to crucial support services for active and bereaved caregivers.
    • The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) provides practice standards for technology use in social work.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the utility of secret Facebook groups as a support tool for hospice caregivers.
    • To assess the feasibility of social workers facilitating online support groups.
    • To contribute to the evidence base for technology-assisted social work interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a secret Facebook group facilitated by a social worker.
    • Leveraged social media platforms to overcome geographical barriers for support.
    • Explored the application of NASW practice standards for technology use.

    Main Results:

    • The secret Facebook group demonstrated utility as a support mechanism for hospice caregivers.
    • Social worker facilitation was key to the successful management of the online group.
    • The study highlights the potential of digital tools in extending support services.

    Conclusions:

    • Secret Facebook groups, when managed by social workers, can be effective in supporting hospice caregivers.
    • Continued evaluation of clinical outcomes is essential for establishing evidence-based digital practices.
    • Social workers should continue to explore and assess technology for client benefit.