Geriatric Care ManagementGeriatric care management from Live-At-Home Solutions offers a way to get professional help organizing care and support for an older person living at home in the Salina, Kansas area. Are You A Caregiver?Most of us aren’t trained to be a caregiver for an older family member. When you become a caregiver for an older adult – whether you take on that role by choice or out of necessity – you are in uncharted territory.So what do you do? Well, probably you talk with other family members – sometimes in a friendly way, sometimes not – to figure out who’s going to do what for Mom (or Dad). Maybe you know neighbors, friends or co-workers who are already caregivers, so you see if you can learn anything from them. You may decide that your loved one needs a particular service – Meals On Wheels, housekeeping, whatever – and you try to find an agency that can provide the service. If you can’t find the right kind of agency, you might even consider hiring someone to provide some of the care for your loved one – although you’re not sure you want to take on the legal and financial responsibilities of being an employer! Or you may decide that this is all more than you can handle, and you move your loved one to a nursing home or assisted living facility. That’s not what they want, and it’s not what you want, but what else can you do? You can use a Care Manager to help you keep your loved one at home, that’s what you can do. The Care Managers at the Saline County Commission on Aging will help you get connected with the resources and services that you need to keep you loved one living at home in the Salina, Kansas area.
What can the Care Managers do?-- Conduct In-Home Assessments to Identify Problems and Provide Solutions-- Develop a Plan of Care that Fits Your Unique Needs and Circumstances -- Arrange and Monitor In-Home Services Care Management Services can help you achieve high quality of life and maximum independence for your loved one living at home.
Who are the Care Managers?You will be served by a Care Manager who has extensive knowledge about the availability, quality and cost of services in the Salina area. Our Care Managers are compassionate professionals with many years of experience helping seniors and their families.Click here for more information about our Care Managers. What does it cost?There is no charge for the Care Management services described above if you are receiving any of the following Live-At-Home Solutions:
To help put the cost of live-at-home solutions in perspective, you may want to read
The Truth About Paying for Long Term Care.
How do I find out if Care Management Services are right for me?Contact a Care Manager to schedule a free initial consultation. This can be conducted in our office, at your home, or by telephone if you are a long-distance caregiver. During the initial consultation, we will learn more about your needs and wishes and fully explain care management services.Many times, the initial consultation will reveal that you do not need care management. You may just need a simple referral or a missing piece of information. If that is the case, we will provide the referral or information and you can take it from there. However, if the situation is more complicated or requires assistance that is more in-depth or ongoing, care management may be the answer.
Why use Care Management Services?Convenience: You get skilled help navigating your way through the confusing maze of services and care options — whether you live across town or across the countryPeace of Mind: You get support and advice that is competent, caring, reliable and cost-effective Personal Service: You get personalized assistance that is focused and responsive to your wants and needs Value: You find the in-home services that you need at a cost you control, and you may prevent or delay the need for more expensive changes in living arrangements
Who uses Care Management Services?-- Individuals who want help arranging their own care-- Families who are managing care for a loved one -- Attorneys, Accountants and Trust Officers -- Physicians and Health Professionals -- Service Providers and Senior Housing Communities
For more information contact:Care Management ServicesSaline County Commission on Aging 245 N. Ninth Street Salina, KS 67401 phone 785-823-1767 fax 785-827-1516 Return to Live At Home Solutions home page.
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