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Spotlight on CMF medical social workers

March 14, 2025

Kenneth Langill and Shauna Rose are medical social workers at California Medical Facility in Vacaville.

In honor of National Social Workers Month, we celebrate the impactful work of medical social workers like Kenneth Langill and Shauna Rose.

With three decades of experience, Rose’s social work career has been dedicated to supporting patients in hospice and palliative care.

At California Medical Facility (CMF), she brings comfort to families in their most difficult moments. She facilitates reconnections, like helping a patient video call his brother after 20 years of separation.

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“It’s still an honor. It’s still a privilege. I don’t know how I fell into this, but I’m where I’m supposed to be, so it’s great.”
Shauna Rose, CMF medical social worker

Langill uses his creative talents to support patients through human centered social work. He can be found offering a therapeutic music session or helping patients engage in simple activities to bring comfort.

Rose and Langill exemplify dedication, compassion, and advocacy found in the social work profession. They help restore connections, dignity, and hope for those in need.

This month we thank all social workers. Their work often goes unseen, but its impact is felt every day by countless individuals and families.

Story by Amanda Spangler, communications analyst
California Correctional Health Care Services
Video by Richard Tan, TV Specialist, Office of Public and Employee Communications

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