03/30/2026
March is Social Work Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible social workers who help our patients reclaim their strength every day!
In our inpatient rehab hospital, these dedicated professionals guide patients and families through some of their toughest moments with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support. Join us in celebrating the wonderful work they do!
First, we are highlighting Olivia Helmke, one of our Case Managers.
Olivia Helmke is one of those Case Managers who instantly makes you think, “We truly hit the jackpot.” As we celebrate National Social Work Month, we’re proud to highlight her story, her dedication, and the warmth she brings to our team. Olivia’s passion for social work began in high school, shaped by her own experience facing a major illness and the social workers who guided her through it. She once pictured herself in pediatrics, but soon realized she was drawn to supporting adults who navigate life on their own terms. In college, she immersed herself in work at a homeless shelter, continued serving that community after graduation, and eventually found her ideal fit during an internship at a skilled nursing facility—where she discovered how much she loves working with older adults. Today, Olivia thrives in healthcare. She finds deep fulfillment in watching patients progress from struggling to confidently heading home, and she values the meaningful relationships that naturally form in a small, close knit hospital setting. While people often assume social workers have all the answers (and maybe a magic wand), Olivia meets every challenge with humor, heart, and her naturally warm, uplifting energy. Outside of work, she’s happiest at a country concert, spending time with her big circle of family and friends, learning about plants, or enjoying the peace of the family cabin up north, complete with boating and four wheeling adventures.
