Geriatric Care Management Blog

It has been over a year since my first posting when I started this blog by talking about why a person should call a Geriatric Care Manager (GCM).  Since I have answered this question with almost everyone of the calls I get from people looking for our help, it seemed like a good idea to revisit our “job description.”  GCMs are:

Local professionals who know what resources are appropriate for your older loved one and which are most appropriate.  What I often tell people is that we are “option-makers” for the decision-maker.” 

Eyes and ears that can help long distance caregivers be aware of any changes that may affect an older parent’s independence or well-being.  The long distance family caregiver may have bought mom the walker, but the local GCM can be there to see whether mom is using it.

Bridges to help an older family member make life transitions from fully independent living through home assistance and ultimately to assisted living at the appropriate...