Kelsey Iannitello, BSW

Masters of Social Work Program
Western Kentucky University

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

Urge your legislators to support HB19 and SB30 to ban the harmful practice of conversion therapy for the LGBTQIA+ population in Kentucky! https://t.co/n6ARET8nah

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

@ChristyLHinton1 @CBSNLive The Dream Act is essentially a stimulus policy that also advocates for immigrants. It will allow thousands of immigrant students to access higher education and maximize their contributions to our economy and communities.

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

In 2012, DHS issued DACA policy to allow young unauthorized immigrants who are low enforcement priorities to remain in the country with temporary lawful status. NASW is concerned with immigration policies b/c many clients are affected by these policies. https://t.co/APgOzwKbJZ

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

@sarahjschlich The aging population is vulnerable to abuse and neglect. It is important that this population receive support and access to resources. I have provided a link below:
https://t.co/LDWTuZiIgu

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

@WhitleyBarnes10 Social Security Act was a life changing policy for our vulnerable aging population. It was seen as imperative that the elderly are given access to financial security and adequate healthcare.

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

@Britt_Spencerrr Healthcare disparities for minorities and women have been an ongoing issue in the United States. Solutions such as extending medicaid insurance could combat these gaps in desperately needed services.

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

DAIL promotes the welfare, dignity and independence of older adults, individuals with physical disabilities & adults in need of a guardian. NASW supports & advocates on behalf of the aging community in need of services. https://t.co/LDWTuZiIgu

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

NASW advocates high standards of professional ethics & practice in child protection & intact family services. KRS 620.050(1) Good Faith Immunity/KRS 620.050(11) Confidentiality offers legal protection for those reporting child abuse. To report child abuse: https://t.co/gFqweY1j2y

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

@TammyVantrease For those in Daviess County, KY, The New Beginnings Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day, every day. If one needs information, just wants to talk, or needs emergency crisis assistance, they can call 1-800-226-7273. https://t.co/ZAjZc7klXM

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

80% of LGBTQIA youth have been assaulted/threatened, & victimization in an LGBTQIA person’s life doubles the likelihood of self-harming. NSPL can help those in crisis: 1-800-273-8255. It is a SW's duty to utilize evidence-based practice for suicide intervention & prevention.

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

3/3 Social workers strive to ensure access to needed information, services, and resources; equality of opportunity; and meaningful participation in decision making for all people (SW Code of Ethics).

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

1/3 House Bill 95: After disagreeing on changes the Senate made to the bill, the House respectfully asked the Senate last week to recede on those changes to HB 95, which aims to cap insulin copays for Kentuckians with state-regulated insurance plans.

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

2/3 The Senate, which wanted to limit copays on insulin to $35 for a 30 day supply, agreed to recede from its changes last night. Now HB 95 will limit a 30-day supply of insulin to $30 for Kentuckians with state-regulated health plans (RCNKY, 2021)
https://t.co/p344dMZFLd

[Kelsey Iannitello, BSW @iannitello997]

@DJforKY @MilesForKY Please support House Bill 19 that will ban conversion therapy of LGBTQIA+ through licensed practices. “NASW condemns the use of conversion therapy by any person identifying as a SW or any agency that identifies as providing SW services" (SW Speaks, 2014).