We begin by assessing the individual needs of each senior, considering their medical conditions, daily living capabilities, and personal preferences. Based on this assessment, we develop a personalized care plan that addresses their specific requirements and goals.
Our care managers are skilled at coordinating with healthcare providers to manage and monitor the patient’s health conditions. This includes scheduling doctor’s visits, managing medications, and ensuring that all medical recommendations are followed accurately.
Some individuals might struggle with understanding others (receptive language), or they may have difficulty sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings completely (expressive language). These issues can be congenital or result from medical conditions like stroke or brain injury.
Recognizing that daily activities can become challenging with age, we provide assistance tailored to the patient's level of independence. This can range from full personal care to support with activities like meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping.
To ensure the safety of our patients in their living environments, we conduct thorough home safety assessments. We recommend and help implement necessary adjustments such as grab bars, improved lighting, and other modifications to prevent falls and accidents.
We act as a communication bridge between the patient, their family, and healthcare providers. This ensures that family members are kept informed of their loved one's health status and care plans, fostering a supportive environment for the patient.
Our team provides guidance on accessing community resources such as transportation services, social activities, and legal or financial counseling. This helps to enrich the lives of our senior patients and provides them with opportunities to engage socially and remain active.
We advocate for our patients’ needs at every turn, ensuring they receive the best possible care and services. Our care managers stand by to handle any issues that arise, providing support and guidance to patients and their families during decision-making processes.
Geriatric care is dynamic; as a patient's needs evolve, so does our approach. We continuously monitor their condition and update care plans as necessary to address new challenges and opportunities for improving their quality of life.
Our Geriatric Care Management at Peace and Harmony Home Health Care is about creating a supportive, effective care environment that adapts to the needs of aging adults, ensuring they live their later years with the highest possible quality of life.
Geriatric care managers begin by conducting a thorough assessment of the elderly individual’s physical health, mental health, living conditions, and social circumstances. This evaluation helps in identifying their specific needs and preferences.
Based on the initial assessment, a care plan is developed that outlines the necessary medical, emotional, and daily living support services. Geriatric care managers coordinate these services, which may involve medical care, home health care, nutrition services, and other therapeutic interventions.
They oversee and coordinate medical treatment, manage medication regimens, and facilitate communication between various healthcare providers to ensure that the senior’s medical care is comprehensive and cohesive.
Geriatric care managers arrange for assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and transportation. This support is crucial in helping seniors maintain their independence and quality of life.
They help families navigate the often complex maze of available eldercare resources. This includes providing information on entitlements, enhancing access to services, and identifying appropriate community and private resources.
Geriatric care managers serve as a liaison between the elderly person, their family, and healthcare or service providers. They communicate health changes, involve the family in decisions, and support the family in managing the challenges of caring for an elderly loved one.
Advocating for the elder’s rights and needs is a key part of a geriatric care manager’s role. They ensure that seniors receive appropriate and timely care and that their legal and medical rights are respected.
They provide ongoing oversight and periodic reassessment of the senior’s care plan to ensure that it remains aligned with their evolving needs.