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I would use your search engine for the area where you live to look up care managers, Nicole. I sure wish you good luck in finding someone. You might check with the MD's office as well to see if they have recommendations or guidance. Also your local council on aging.
You can talk to an advisor thru this site by going to the Find Care tab and scrolling down to Geriatric Care Manager. You can search by zip code or city.
I don't know if it's doable to ask for references but please do so if you can. My mom got a GCM who claimed to have knowledge of the VA process (because she was a veteran). Turned out she was pretty clueless about even the most basic thing. I wish we'd had someone to verify her competency!
I agree totally! Thirteen years ago we went to an estate attorney with specific questions for legal help to pre-plan for a claim for VA Aid and Attendance because our case had some unique aspects. Turns out I felt we were paying them to do OJT because they had to do research it and we were billed for time spent and ended up with no progress. So be clear what the charges will be before committing to an appointment if they don't offer a free consultation. We used a Geriatric Care Manager for another issue and felt it was money well spent because she was very well qualified for what we needed.
They’re actually called aging life care professionals now, but many of them go by the same name of geriatric care manager. Here’s the association and link to find one in your area. https://www.aginglifecare.org/ALCAWEB/What_is_Aging_Life_Care/Search/Find_an_Expert.aspx?websitekey=52320976-b875-4a55-9154-57aeb74e278e
I would look at each profile and see what it is you really need. Many of them are also nurses so that helps if your family loved one that you’re caring for really requires some extra attention.
If you can afford them, I found them to be an incredibly valuable resource.
I would talk to at least two maybe three and interview them. Find one that’s a good fit.
If you’re in the New Jersey area, I know very good ones.
If you are still struggling to make a choice, if you are working with a home care agency usually they know good ones and you can ask them.
Ask the person about their preference for the best Medicaid eligible places. My MIL was going to run out of money within a year. She was wait listed on a couple of places for 3 months. When one opened and she was accepted , she had 6 months left of funds. It cost more however, as a resident she went to the top of the Medicaid list. She lived another 4 years with excellent care. The care manager also gave pointers on how the Medicaid application was to be done.
I hired a geriatric social worker rather than an attorney to help me enroll my Mother in home based Medicaid...lots of things to know, do and learn. Worked out well.
I found a great Geriatric Care manager by calling the facility where my aunt was and asking for suggestions. Maybe call some memory care facilities and/or elder care facilities near where your LO is?
GCs are expensive!! I paid for mine by taking in a lodger. Finally got mom’s finances turned so her own money can pay for it ( fyi this was during the height of covid so thus the delay ) That said the GC has been INVALUABLE. I have no helpful sibling so this care manager has stepped in and really saved the day on several occasions.
Contact your local County, Senior Services Dept. Some are licensed social workers. Call Dept Head in Geriatrics Dept at local university and see if they have any referrals. You might be able to get someone in a master's program and save some $.
I would consider myself a geriatric care manager. (Someone who manages / coordinates care). As far as I know there is no specific education required for this title. Are you asking about a geriatric CASE manager? They are licensed.
If you want someone licensed, ask them how / who provided the license and work references.
* Call local hospital and ask to speak to a social worker or 'hospitalist' or someone in a department that might be able to provide a referral.
Depends what your needs are.
Try local Associations as follows - they might have referrals : Alzheimers Lewy Body Dementia
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
I don't know if it's doable to ask for references but please do so if you can. My mom got a GCM who claimed to have knowledge of the VA process (because she was a veteran). Turned out she was pretty clueless about even the most basic thing. I wish we'd had someone to verify her competency!
I would look at each profile and see what it is you really need. Many of them are also nurses so that helps if your family loved one that you’re caring for really requires some extra attention.
If you can afford them, I found them to be an incredibly valuable resource.
I would talk to at least two maybe three and interview them. Find one that’s a good fit.
If you’re in the New Jersey area, I know very good ones.
If you are still struggling to make a choice, if you are working with a home care agency usually they know good ones and you can ask them.
Thanks
https://www.aginglifecare.org/
GCs are expensive!! I paid for mine by taking in a lodger. Finally got mom’s finances turned so her own money can pay for it ( fyi this was during the height of covid so thus the delay ) That said the GC has been INVALUABLE. I have no helpful sibling so this care manager has stepped in and really saved the day on several occasions.
Good luck!
Some are licensed social workers. Call Dept Head in Geriatrics Dept at local university and see if they have any referrals. You might be able to get someone in a master's program and save some $.
I would consider myself a geriatric care manager. (Someone who manages / coordinates care). As far as I know there is no specific education required for this title.
Are you asking about a geriatric CASE manager? They are licensed.
If you want someone licensed, ask them how / who provided the license and work references.
* Call local hospital and ask to speak to a social worker or 'hospitalist' or someone in a department that might be able to provide a referral.
Depends what your needs are.
Try local Associations as follows - they might have referrals :
Alzheimers
Lewy Body
Dementia
Gena / Touch Matters
There is a certification required to call yourself a GCM.