Choosing between in-home care and alternative living arrangements

Our professional Geriatric Care Manager conducts a two-hour in-home consultation.  She collects information about your elder’s health care, mental health status, and daily functional activity level. (See Needs Assessment) The care manager shares the assessment results with the family and recommends care options to meet the elder’s individual needs. Then she leads a collaborative family discussion. Together, the family and the elder learn about the various care options available, discuss these options and decide upon an individual Care Plan.

Following the consultation, the Care Manager implements the Care Plan. She arranges for and coordinates services to preserve the dignity and independence of the older person in a safe environment. The Care Manager maintains contact with the family and suggests changes as needed.

Sharon Miles (middle) consults with clients

Comprehensive In-Home Needs Assessment

Identify your loved ones special personal care needs.

Evaluate daily living skills.

Assess home safety and mobility needs.

Assess mental health and screen for
Alzheimer's/dementia

Address financial and legal issues

(With ten years of knowledge, we are familiar
with reputable service providers.)

Screen for eligibility for state funded programs

Immediate and Long Term Care Plans

Arrangement and coordination of in-home
services which may include:

Delivered meals

Homemaker/companion services

Transportation

Selecting alternative living arrangements

Retirement and assisted living communities, and residential care homes have varying levels of care, costs, and social amenities.

Additional Services

Long term monitoring of care

Emotional support to caregivers

Counseling and support to families

Facilitate family meetings