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The Caregiver Resource Center Eldercare Solutions for Seniors and Their Families
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The Caregiver Resource Center Eldercare Solutions for Seniors and Their Families
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The Caregiver Resource Center
Senior Brochure
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Affiliations: 
National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers
Geriatric Care Managers of New England
American Psychotherapy Association
Employee Assistance Professional Association
Society for Human
Resource Management
Stamford Chamber
of Commerce
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Sound Familiar Taking care of an elderly loved one is a real challenge, which currently involves 1 out of every 4 U.S. households. This number is expected to double by the year 2011, just two years from now, when 5 million baby boomers turn 65. A recurrent theme that we hear from individuals, is that they fear broaching the subject of whether or not an elder, is capable of caring for themselves. In addition, once it is clear that the elder is in need of assistance, there is often confusion as to what is the best way to proceed. This is a delicate balancing act, to ensure an elder's health and safety, while maintaining their independence and dignity. Taking A Proactive Approach While studies show that most seniors are healthy and function at high levels, it is inevitable that as they grow older, issues will surface related to their independence. Eldercare often requires a multi-disciplinary approach that encompasses many aspects of life such as healthcare, activities of daily living, transportation, finances, and emotional well being. To ensure the highest quality of life for the longest time possible, it is crucial that elders and their loved ones, begin a dialogue to discuss the topic of aging. This process needs to focus on the elder's hopes and desires, short and long term goals, and their abilities and needs; while at the same time establishing a spectrum of resources that will address the elder's evolving needs. Geriatric Care Managers Sometimes, especially when caregivers are separated by great distance from their elderly relatives or for those with busy lives, it helps to have someone to whom you can turn who can help evaluate and arrange for the elder's care and well being. Geriatric Care Managers (GCMs) are becoming an increasingly popular solution to the challenges faced by elders, caregivers, family members, and professional providers alike.
GCMs are specialists who assist elders and their families in planning for and implementing ways to allow for the greatest degree of independence, safety and quality of life.
GCMs meet with elders and family members to assess their needs, develop a Care Team, and work with members of the Team to formulate a comprehensive Care Plan.
Once a plan is in place, GCMs serve as the point person to monitor and coordinate services, and revise the plan as needed. The GCMs' role is similar to the conductor of an orchestra, ensuring that there is good communication, teamwork, and that everyone remains focused on the desired goal.
GCMs provide a wide range of services including crisis intervention, counseling, care management, housing management, guardianship, money management, referrals, guidance, and support.
To learn more about Geriatric Care Managers please click on Geriatric Care Managers To obtain more information or to request a consultation click on care4you@optonline.net
About Our Company
Employee Assistance Professionals, Inc. has over twenty five years of experience providing services for individuals, couples, families, and organizations. Our mission is to provide a broad range of high quality counseling, outreach, and consultation services to help clients assess their needs, evaluate their relationships, define their goals, and design action plans that includes specific and practical steps to achieve those goals. Our organizational goals are to:
The Caregiver Resource Center is a division of Employee Assistance Professionals, Inc. Our mission is to assist elders and their loved ones in understanding the aging process, facilitating open communication; and providing information, support and guidance through the caregiving process. Our goals are to:
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Linda A. Ziac,
LPC, LADC, BCPC, CEAP, CCM - President