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At The Thorne Group, Inc., our geriatric services set us
apart. A step beyond typical home health services, special
services is one more way our agency helps clients to remain
independent. Our
Geriatric Special Services Coordinator assists with many of life's practical
details, from banking issues, home
safety and comfort, transport to and from appointments and helping clients access a wide variety of community
resources.
Of equal importance, our Geriatric Special Services Coordinator acts as a
liaison and
informational resource both for our clients and their family
members. As adult family members leave home for jobs and
other responsibilities, it becomes difficult to care
for parents and grandparents from a long distance.
Our Geriatric Special Services Coordinator can help bridge the distance and make
family members aware of the best options available for senior
care Often
the care system for older adults can appear confusing and
fragmented to those unfamiliar with it. We can help sort
it all out.
Visit our Distant Caring page to
learn more.
What is Geriatric Special Services Coordination?
Geriatric Special Services Coordination is assistance from a
trained, experienced, bonded and insured elder care specialist
for clients who need help with management of finances, home safety and
comfort considerations, and a variety of other services, including
connection to community resources. Frequently an elderly patient
will utilize a Geriatric Special Services Coordinator when there is no family
nearby.
For related information on senior care, please also see our
Private Duty and
Homecare Technologies pages.
Full Geriatric Services
A Geriatric Special Services Coordinator helps the patient and the patient’s
family by providing care which supports the independence and
dignity of our clients. Available services include:
- Assessing a person’s physical, environmental, financial,
cognitive, and functional levels.
- Providing advice on home and environmental safety,
including needed home modifications.
- Identifying what needs and problems are present.
- Developing a care plan by determining what services are
needed and making recommendations based on cost
effectiveness and quality.
- Assisting with medication management.
- Locating and coordinating the delivery of services and
connections to community resources.
- Monitoring the provision of senior care services and adjusting
service as required.
- Keeping the family informed of the status of their
relative, and acting as a liaison between patient and family
- Transport and accompaniment for medical appointments,
shopping or social activities.
- Assistance in managing money, banking and bill-paying.
Benefits of Geriatric Special Services Coordination
One Stop Shopping
A Geriatric Special Services Coordinator is familiar with the senior care services available in the
community. This saves
time and money for family members who live at a distance.
Personalized Services
A Special Services Coordinator addresses the individual needs of the patient and their family by meeting and talking with everyone
involved.
Accessibility
Special Services Coordinators are available to their clients and accustomed
to responding to crisis or emergency situations.
Continuity of Care
Special Services Coordinators can represent the patient and their needs
to service and health care providers in a consistent and
reliable manner, saving time and preventing miscommunication.
Geriatric Special Services Coordination
Geriatric Special Services Coordination services provide a way to help
senior citizens maximize their independence in a safe, secure
environment.
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