Next week 'Elizabeth' has her court date to appeal the rejection of her SSI application.  Considering the rejection was due to her not following up with the doctor's appointments required by the Social Security Administration and not a denial based on the severity or lack thereof of her disability, it is highly likely that now that she has proof from doctor's of her disability, that she will be awarded SSI.
In addition to this good news, 'Elizabeth' has shown a strong initiative in taking care of herself.  She has followed up diligently with all of her appointments, thanks to her new address book and pocket calendar she got as a gift from her boyfriend.  She has also persistently asked her mental health case manager for a referral to one of the many day programs for people diagnosed with a severe mental illness here in the Valley, so that she may attend their school and participate in their volunteer program.
Sadly, despite all this good news, 'Elizabeth' has become increasingly frustrated of being lonely.  Evidently, her boyfriend is not showing up every weekend or even for holidays, like the fourth of July, when 'Elizabeth' said she went to the Chase Field by herself to watch the fireworks. 
'Elizabeth' does have some healthy options that may counter act her loneliness.  First, the day program could be a good place for her to meet people and get out of her apartment.  Secondly, if she gets her SSI next month she may get a pet.  She may also get a part time job here at CASS, where we have a new program partnering with Vocational Rehabilitation and Magellan, that allows people to work on a part time basis and still receive a good portion of their SSI.  Finally, she may agree to have a mentor, who may take her to parks, baseball games or any other local activities.  Time will tell if any of these options work for her and keep her content living in her apartment by herself.