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Social Worker Spotlight: Richard Sells
Richard Sells
CRRC Senior Social Worker
Workplace & VISN:
Long Beach, CA, VISN 22
How long have you been employed by the VA?
20 years
If you are also a Veteran, Branch of Service (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard):
Air Force
Why did you become a social worker? What do you like about working in homeless programs?
Richard became a Social Worker after working through several of his own goals and developing the desire to help others. Working in the Homeless Program gave him the opportunity to work with a diverse population of Veterans. The Homeless Veteran population that he works with includes recently discharged Veterans as well as Veterans who have been out of the military for several decades. He works with Veterans who are at imminent risk of homelessness to Veterans experiencing chronic homelessness. He helps Veterans with a range of mental health concerns, substance use issues, and complicated medical problems. Working with this population gave Richard the opportunity to guide them through the comprehensive VA system to obtain the benefits they are eligible for and deserve.
Who is recognizing you for 2021 SW Appreciation Month and why?
What do you do for fun? Favorite Quote? What else would you like to share about yourself?
Richard enjoys time with his family and making improvements to his family's home. He likes to watch movies with his family and go on walks.
