an experienced trained professional who assists an older person and their family in meeting their short and long term care arrangements www
an independent, unbiased professional, who can develop effective care plans for aging adults and are very knowledgeable about helping seniors maintain their independence
a professional (has a clinical or graduate degree in social work, nursing or psychology) who specializes in assisting older adults and their families with long-term care arrangements
a professional social worker or nurse who specializes in working with older adults in order to help them maintain independence and improve their quality of life
a professional who develops and implements a plan of care to assist elders and their families with all aspects of long-term care
a professional who manages the affairs of the elderly
someone who assists in locating and arranging short-term or long-term care for an elder, either at home or in a residential setting. See Chapter 1, Section D.
A geriatric care manager will help create a plan of care that meets the needs of the older adult and will explain what resources and options are available.
Functions as a surrogate family member when the actual family is unable to interact with Medicaid.