Elder Care Management Services - What You Should Know...
Who is a professional Geriatric Care Manager?
A health and human services professional who is experienced in aging and geriatric care issues and is a member of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM). These professionals are committed to adhere to NAPGCM's Pledge of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
Do I need a Geriatric Care Managers?
Do you have the ability or time to manager your or your family member's long term care needs and handle associated problems? If unsure, ask for opinions from you family, clergy, physician, social worker, financial advisor, friend, etc. If then, you determine that care management services are required, names of qualified and experienced care managers can be obtained from a directory of professional geriatric care managers available on NAPGCM's website and from healthcare professionals or elder law attorneys.
How do I benefit from using a professional Geriatric Care Manager?
You can receive valuable assistance in making informed decisions regarding your long term care needs. Also, a professional care manager will act as your advocate in assuring that your assistance or care needs are satisfactorily met in the most cost effective and least restrictive setting; will provide assistance and support in the management of crises 24 hours/7 days per week; will monitor and provide support to your caregivers; and will communicate as needed or requested with family members and/or responsible parties as to your healthcare and financial status.
How will my family or power of attorney benefit from my use of Geriatric Care Manager?
They will have the added assurance that you are safe in your living accommodations; that your bills are being paid on time; that health related issues are being managed; and that help is being provided to ensure your safety and security while maintaining your dignity and independence.
Why should I consider using Total Long Term Care Services?
We are certified professional care managers with extensive experience in providing long term care management services in Brevard County over the past ten years. We believe that a positive and open relationship with our clients is critical to successful care management outcomes and will only enter into a contract with a prospective client if that relationship can be established.