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Kim Hickman

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Why Nonprofits Should Digitize Their Operations

Posted by Kim Hickman on Nov 10, 2022 10:45:00 AM

The United States has over 1.5 million non-profit organizations and a vast human services network. From child and family services to juvenile justice, veteran services, senior services, and mental health services, the United States has a plethora of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) dedicated to the betterment of humanity.
In recent years, as more caseworkers used technology to better serve their communities, digitization has grown in popularity among non-profits. If your NGO has yet to implement digital tools, read on to learn about the benefits of digitizing your operations.

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Topics: digital transformation, nonprofit management

Benefits of Using A Modern Case Management System

Posted by Kim Hickman on Jan 31, 2022 7:00:00 AM

Our world has become increasingly digitized, and this digital evolution didn’t just happen out of the blue. The digital revolution came about because we needed it. This stands true for almost all industries and organizations across the board, including social work.

Social work is one the most demanding fields, and in places like the US, where there is already a shortage of caseworkers, it’s crucial to bridge the gap between demand and supply using technology.

So, if you work for a government or human services organization, social services software is a must.

Here are a few benefits to consider…

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Topics: Technology Speak, case management software, social services software

FAMCare Fundamentals...Messaging and Email Tools

Posted by Kim Hickman on Nov 17, 2021 9:00:00 AM

This short training video puts the spotlight on several features of FAMCare's Internal Communications Module.  We understand our clients in the human service field need a simple yet powerful communication system.  Our messaging and email tools offer both simplicity and superior functionality to our users. 

Enjoy watching this overview of the messaging and emailing tools.  As always if you need any additional information, please don't hesitate to reach out with your questions.  

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Topics: FAMCare Tips and Tools, FAMCare, FAMCare Videos

Resources for Helping A Senior Friend Out of a Slump

Posted by Kim Hickman on Oct 22, 2021 10:45:00 AM

Today's blog is written by guest blogger, Beverly Nelson, from Stand Up for Caregivers! We truly appreciate her for sharing these helpful insights.

We all have rough periods in life. For seniors, however, slumps can be significantly harder to get out of, especially if they don’t have family around to offer support. Fortunately, friends, neighbors, and other community members have the power to make a difference for a senior feeling down.

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Topics: Social Services Industry News, Elderly/Aging Long Term Care

New Features in FAMCare's Covid-19 Tracking Tools

Posted by Kim Hickman on Oct 20, 2021 9:30:00 AM

We listen to our clients about what they need from their Case Management Software!  These needs drive us to make improvements and develop solutions that just make sense.  Since we introduced our Covid-19 forms and tools last year, the landscape surrounding this pandemic has changed, our client's needs have changed.  Our FAMCare development team listened!  They developed solutions that help our clients manage the changing environment effectively. 

Enjoy watching this short video overview of FAMCare's COVID-19 Tracking, Mapping and Reporting Tools.

To view additional information about our COVID-19 Data Tracking, Mapping and Reporting Tools click here

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Topics: How Clients Use FAMCare, FAMCare Videos

FAMCare Fundamentals...Innovative New Billing Dashboard

Posted by Kim Hickman on Sep 15, 2021 9:30:00 AM

One of FAMCare's major advantages is our configurable billing module and tools. Another major advantage of FAMCare is the team we have built behind the scenes.  They listen to the needs of our clients and incorporate those needs into improvements and solutions.  We understand that accurate billing and cost tracking is critical to the running of your agency! 

Enjoy this short video overview of our Innovative New Billing Dashboard.  Let us show you how we help our clients take the 'complicated' out of billing!   


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Topics: FAMCare Tips and Tools, FAMCare, How Clients Use FAMCare, FAMCare Videos

Cultivating Connections as a Recent Immigrant

Posted by Kim Hickman on Aug 13, 2021 10:45:00 AM

Today's blog is written by guest blogger, Michael Longsdon from ElderFreedom.  We truly appreciate him for sharing these helpful insights. 

Any major move can be hectic, stressful, and lonely at times, but a move to another country and culture often takes those feelings to the next level. If you've recently moved to the United States and are experiencing disconnectedness and isolation now that the initial excitement has worn off, Psychology Today says don't despair. You can create new lasting relationships here while maintaining the ones you've made in your home country.

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Topics: immigration

FAMCare Fundamentals...Provider and Community Resource Mapping Options

Posted by Kim Hickman on Jul 21, 2021 9:00:00 AM

It's our business to find solutions for the problems our diverse group of clients face..big or small, simple or complex!  That's what we do! 

By integrating Google API mapping tools into our FAMCare system we have found that it's a game changer.  We know casework is never simple, but we love offering solutions to make it EASIER, FASTER, and therefore more EFFICIENT

This FAMCare Fundamentals is the final in a three-part series of videos that puts the spotlight on our Mapping Features.  Want to find out more information on solutions our mapping feature can provide? Please, click the links to watch the previous videos, Mapping Client Based Services and Caseload Mapping Features.

We hope you enjoy this short overview! 

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Topics: FAMCare, How Clients Use FAMCare, FAMCare Videos

FAMCare Fundamentals...Caseload Mapping Features

Posted by Kim Hickman on Jun 16, 2021 8:00:00 AM

Solution as defined by Webster's is an action or process of solving a problem.  It doesn't specify the severity of the problem or the complexity of the solution.  We here at GVT love to find solutions for the problems our clients face... big or small, simple or complex! 

This FAMCare Fundamentals is part two of a series of videos that focuses on our Mapping Features. 

Our mapping system appears simple but yet it's a remarkable solution.  We know casework is never simple, but we love offering solutions to make it EASIER, FASTER and therefore more EFFICIENT

(Part One...Mapping Features Client Based Services and Part Three...Provider and Community Resource Mapping are also available)

Enjoy this short overview! 

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Topics: FAMCare Tips and Tools, FAMCare, How Clients Use FAMCare, FAMCare Videos

FAMCare Fundamentals...Mapping Features Client Based Services

Posted by Kim Hickman on May 19, 2021 9:00:00 AM

In this FAMCare Fundamentals we tackle a problem that many social workers and case managers face. That problem is how to quickly locate available services that are near their clients. 

We have integrated Google API mapping tools to help with location services within your FAMCare system.

Your agency's success is tied to your ability to integrate best practices in everyday caseworker activities.  Casework isn't simple, but it can be EASIER!  The mapping feature not only makes casework easier, it makes it FASTER and therefore more EFFICIENT!

(Part Two...Caseload Mapping Features and Part Three...Provider and Community Resource Mapping are now available)

Enjoy this short overview...

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Topics: FAMCare Tips and Tools, FAMCare, How Clients Use FAMCare, FAMCare Videos

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