When should you think about hiring a Care Manager?
Care Managers, also known as Care Navigators are especially useful when family caregivers live far away from the parents and when a senior does not have any family to oversee their care. Care managers can evaluate and assess your or your parent's needs and coordinate care through community and private resources. You might also call on them to help lead a family discussion to develop your or your parent's care plan. Think of a care manager as the "professional " you've always wanted in the family who works on your behalf and eases your worry.
What will we do?
Put together a Plan of Care
We will complete an assessment that includes the current level functioning of your parent. You will receive a written report of the results of this assessment that will include recommendations and an action plan. We frequently present the assessment and plan as part of a family conference conducted in person or virtually. A typical assessment takes between 5 - 8 hours, depending on how complicated the situation is.
Execute the plan for you
This service is delivered by a senior care expert, experienced Nurse (RN/LPN) or Social Worker. Your Care Manager will lead a team that will support you in locating, monitoring, coordinating and obtaining appropriate resources in managing your or your parent's daily living needs. Teams are composed based on need, but typically include a Social Worker or Nurse, personal aide and the primary care physician.
Keep you informed of our progress
We will monitor your parent's progress against the plan and update the plan as needed. We can send communication via email or video conference, based on your preference. All services are itemized and the price charged reflects the complexity of the task, not who completed it.
Reference Documents
Service Agreement
Geriatric Care Assessment and Plan
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