Geriatric
Care Managers — Helping Seniors and their Families Take Aging in Stride
Many older adults experience difficulty in attempting to remain independent. Their families, often busy living their own lives, or being georgaphically distant, are not always able to help oversee medical care for their parents. Seniors and their families need help navigating the complex world of managed care, Medicare and Medicaid benefits, social service organizations and legal issues. A geriatric care manager (GCM) can help do just that, helping seniors maintain their quality of life. They also help the families of seniors maintain their own independence, assuring that loved ones are in safe and knowledgeable hands.
Who Needs a Geriatric Care Manager?
More and more people are now turning to GCM’s, professionals who
handle everything from assuring that the person is eating properly to
arranging for legal and financial services. By serving as the family’s
eyes and ears, a geriatric care manager provides peace of mind. GCM’s
offer seniors and their families a comprehensive range of services with
a distinctly personal touch. Their mission is to help clients maintain
quality of life, independence and personal dignity by carefully assessing
their needs and providing the most desirable, yet cost-effective solutions...and
closely monitoring progress.
As one senior friend put it....”I am 76 and still work full-time. I’m trying to figure out Medicare, Medicaid, managed care...and the rest of my life!” Whether you are managing your own life or that of a loved one, you have learned that the golden years are fraught with complex financial issues, worries about day-to-day living and most importantly, serious concerns about health and well being. This is precisely why seniors and their families consult GCM’s. From the first assessment to long-term care management, they become your partner in care. The decisions you face are many and every one is important. Your GCM will help you find and evaluate all options available so you can make the choices that are best for you.
Are Geriatric Care Managers Affordable?
GCM’s often save thousands of dollars for their clients by providing
an alternative to nursing homes and by reducing hospitalizations through
continuous medical monitoring. In addition, they direct their clients
to elder law attorneys and financial specialists who are often able
to save them money by providing proper estate planning and assisting
with optimizing Medicare/Medicaid benefits.
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