Services

Geriatric Care Managers are health and human services professionals with specialized knowledge and experiences related to aging and elder care issues. We assist older adults and persons with disabilities in attaining their maximum functional potential to reach the best quality of life possible.  We are sensitive to preserving the dignity and respect of each individual. We are an experienced guide and resource for families of older adults and others with chronic needs.

Services may include:

• Comprehensive care assessments – identifying health, physical, social, emotional and financial needs.
• Individualized planning for short and long range solutions
• Liaison for long distance family caregivers.
• Continuity of care by facilitating communication and coordination of services with health care professionals, family and long distance caregivers for the benefit of the elder.
• Arranging for home care and home management supports to allow elders to stay in their own home.
• Relocating elders to alternative housing, assisted living or nursing homes.
• Information, education and referrals on medical, legal, financial matters, and resources that relate to elders.
• Coordinate and monitor services and service providers.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
• Advanced Directive Planning – healthcare power of attorney, living wills, etc.
• End of Life Planning

 

For more information on what a Geriatric Care manager can do for you, go to these links:

       GCM or GCMNE