Thankyou present for Social worker

[scully29]

Our social worker has got us through panel but now leaving the job so im keen to get a nice present to say thanks - a card doesn't seem enough but in covid world will need to be something postable via the office that they can then send on, but just not sure whats appropriate - any ideas? Has any one else done a thankyou gift for their social worker?

I sent mine flowers as a thank you, might that work?

ah thats an idea, thankyou :)

We were told gently but firmly no thank you presents as they could be seen as trying to influence the outcome. I also used to work for a care organisation that had the same policy but because they didn't want to be accused of influencing vulnerable clients. That being said, my boss always said there was not much she could do if someone sent flowers and chocolates to show their appreciation except to enjoy them in the office.

The OP is already through panel and her sw is leaving, so no undue influence here and sw actually fairly limited influence over the panel, if they’re minded to say “no” the sw has no power to change their minds.

Thanks guys, yes I think flowers type thing sounds perfect and Ive just heard our SW is going to come out for one more visit before they leave so thats perfect we can give them in person - ideal! So thank you all!

I did flowers too, after absolutely everything (including the AO!) had been finalised. My daughter handed them over and I think it was appreciated.