Perks of having a Geriatric Care Manager for
yourself or your loved one
Often times, extended families share the job of tending to
their older adult loved ones. These days, families may live
farther apart, and the responsibility for care can fall on
one overwhelmed family member. The good news is that
this is where Geriatric Care Managers can help. These
professionals are usually licensed nurses or social
workers trained in geriatric care. They act as private
advocates and guides for family members who want to
ensure their loved one is in the best hands.
GCMs are certied to conduct a range of
assessments and coordination of care that include
but are not limited to:
⦁ Evaluating and arranging for and monitoring in-home personnel and care needs.
⦁ Coordinating medical appointments and arranging for transportation.
⦁ Identifying social services and programs that could help the care recipient.
⦁ Making referrals to financial, legal or medical professionals and suggesting ways to avert problems.
⦁ Explaining complex or difficult topics with the recipient of care or family members.
⦁ Creating short- and long-term care plans that could include other living arrangements.
⦁ Acting as a liaison to families who may be hundreds of miles away.
⦁ Answering questions and addressing emotional concerns of caregivers and their loved ones.
⦁ Arranging for relief or respite care for stressed-out caregivers.
Misconception on Spending Instead of Saving Money and Managing Expenses
At first, many individuals believe that hiring a Geriatric Care Manager will increase their elderly loved one’s expenses. However, whether you are simply hiring a geriatric care manager for an assessment or for continuous support, he or she can help you develop a care plan to avoid unnecessary costs.
A GCM can also act as a liaison between a person’s elder law attorney and financial planner. By including a geriatric care manager in your financial planning, he or she can supervise costs and offer advice on how to avoid financial mistakes.
You Need Help with a Recent Chronic Disease Diagnosis
When older adults develop serious behavioral issues (for example, in dementia), like constant verbal abuse or physical combativeness, it can be difficult to pinpoint the true cause of the problem. Often, unless you have an experienced physician who is committed to figuring it out, you may need a special GCM to connect you with the right specialists and interventions to improve the situation.
These specially trained professionals can help find resources to make your daily life easier. They will work with you to form a long-term care plan and find the services you need. Geriatric Care Managers have the ability to increase your health over-all and expand your life years in ways that other healthcare providers may not.
Copy and Paste the following link to meet Professional Nurse Partners’ Geriatric Care Manager/Founder and Team to see how we may be able to help you or your loved ones in their quality of life.
https://www.professionalnursepartners.com/meet-the-team