What is Care Management?
A Care Manager is a social worker, nurse, gerontologist, or mental health professional who acts as a guide for families with specialized care needs. Care Managers provide expertise in the assessment, plan development, coordination, and monitoring of eldercare services to ensure the highest quality of care.
Countless families hire a Care Manager to alleviate their stress, worry, and fear that can accompany aging — and, most importantly — give them a greater sense of stability, clarity, and peace of mind.
Benefits of a Care Manager
Navigating Health Care Needs: You’re facing difficulties in understanding or managing your loved ones medical conditions, medication regimens, or the need for specialized care and are seeking expert guidance to ensure your loved ones health is optimally managed.
Balancing Care and Personal Life: Many family caregivers struggle with the demands of providing care while managing their own responsibilities, including their career, family, and personal health. You may feel stretched thin and seek solutions that allow you to maintain your own well-being while ensuring your loved one receives the care they need.
Emotional and Mental Health Support: Witnessing a loved ones decline in health or autonomy can be emotionally challenging. Family Caregivers often need support in managing their feelings and ensuring their parents’ emotional and cognitive needs are addressed.
Coordinating Care Among Family Members: In families with multiple stakeholders, achieving consensus on care decisions can be challenging. They may seek a Care Manager to facilitate discussions, provide objective recommendations, and help navigate family dynamics.
Transitional Care Planning: You may be at a crossroads about the best living arrangements for your loved one, whether it’s aging in place with support, transitioning to assisted living, or arranging for more comprehensive care in a nursing facility. You seek a plan that ensures safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Our Care Management Services Include
- Long Term Care Planning
- Liason w/ Healthcare Professionals
- Placement Services
- Crisis Management
- Disease Management
- Monitoring & Advocacy
How does a Care Manager do it?
Comprehensive Assessment: Our Care Managers conduct thorough evaluations tailored to each individual, covering medical, lifestyle, and financial planning aspects. This ensures all needs are met for optimal well-being.
Personalized Care Plans: We design customized care strategies that enhance the quality of life and promote independence. Each plan is uniquely crafted to address the specific needs and preferences of the individual.
Coordination with Healthcare Providers: Our Care Managers work seamlessly with medical professionals to ensure that all care efforts are aligned. This collaboration helps provide a cohesive and comprehensive care experience.
Ongoing Support and Advocacy: We offer continuous guidance and advocacy, helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of healthcare systems. Our Care Managers assist in accessing vital community resources and services.
Adaptable and Responsive: We regularly monitor and adjust care plans as needs evolve, ensuring that our clients receive the most appropriate and effective care at all times. Our adaptable approach guarantees that care remains responsive to changing circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
- has multiple medical or psychological issues
- is unable to live safely in their current environment
- is not pleased with current care providers and requires advocacy
- is confused about their own financial and/or legal situation
- has limited or no family support
- needs direction about available services
- is either “burned out” or confused about care solutions
- has limited time and/or expertise in dealing with the individual’s chronic care needs
- does not live close by
- is at odds regarding care decisions
- needs education and/or direction in dealing with behaviors associated with dementia