Lorraine Smith Leads the Charge as Chair of the Southern Diaspora Health Sector

DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. - Oct. 5, 2023 - PRLog -- Lorraine Smith, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, has been appointed by the Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA as the Health Sector Chair. With an unwavering commitment to community service, Smith will assume a pivotal role in leading the health sector's efforts to provide essential healthcare resources, medical services, and mental health support to the Jamaican diaspora and beyond.

Recognizing the profound importance of an integrated approach to healthcare, the Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA is dedicated to promoting holistic well-being within our diaspora community and Jamaica as a whole. By fostering sustainable collaborations and delivering impactful support, the health sector will play a central role in improving the overall health and emotional wellness of individuals.

Under the expert guidance of Lorraine Smith, the health sector aims to assemble a diverse team of professionals, including medical practitioners, nurses, mental health experts, and social workers. This collaborative approach ensures comprehensive care addressing both physical and mental well-being.

Furthermore, the Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA is eager to partner with local communities, foundations, community-based organizations, hospitals, and institutions of higher education in medicine. Leveraging these partnerships, the health sector intends to expand its reach and offer tailored services that cater to the specific needs of the community.

Lorraine Smith, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her new role as Health Sector Chair. With a profound dedication to excellence and a sincere desire to make a meaningful impact, Smith is well-prepared to lead the health sector in achieving its mission.

Smith and the Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA extends a warm invitation to all community members, medical professionals, and mental health advocates to join forces and contribute to the growth and success of the health sector. Together, we can build a healthier and happier diaspora community, fostering a brighter future for Jamaicans abroad and at home.

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About Lorraine J. Smith
Lorraine Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience with a certification in Trauma. She has worked in several levels of care, community-based settings, outpatient, residential, in-home, and schools. Lorraine's areas of expertise are Autism Spectrum Disorders, learning and behavioral disorders working on grief and loss, and debilitating issues.

About Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA
The Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA, under the hospice of the Jamaica Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, is dedicated to building a community of Jamaicans living in the Southern Diaspora and seeks to inform, educate, dialogue, report, and motivate while offering support and encouragement within said Diaspora and Jamaica.