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A Thank You to Idaho’s Social Workers
Every day, across Idaho, social workers are helping people through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.During National Social Worker Month, I want to take a moment to recognize and thank the social workers who serve our communities with compassion, skill, and unwavering commitment.
At the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, social workers are at the heart of our
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