Podcasts about geriatric care manager

This episode is sponsored by: Set For LifeSet For Life Insurance helps doctors safeguard their future with True Own Occupational Disability Insurance. A single injury or illness can change everything, but the best physicians plan ahead. Protect your income and secure your future before life makes the choice for you. Your career deserves protection—act now at https://www.doctorpodcastnetwork.co/setforlife______As physicians reach mid- and late-career stages, many face the challenge of managing medical issues for their aging parents. In this episode, Dr. Bradley Block interviews Kathleen McGuinness, who shares insights from her personal experience caring for her parents and husband. Kathleen offers effective strategies for navigating legal documents such as wills and medical power of attorney, initiating difficult conversations about care, and using technology to stay connected.She also addresses sibling dynamics, cognitive decline, mental health, and medication compliance, providing actionable insights for physicians balancing professional and personal responsibilities. Whether you're dealing with multi-generational care or geographic distance, this episode equips you with tools to support aging loved ones effectively.Three Actionable Takeaways:Prepare Legal Documents Early: Ensure aging parents have a will, durable power of attorney, medical power of attorney, advanced healthcare directive, and HIPAA release form in place while they're still healthy to avoid complications later.Use Technology for Connection and Care: Leverage tools like Alexa for reminders, CareZone for medication tracking, and CaringBridge to share updates with family, reducing the burden of care coordination.Involve Professionals for Tough Conversations: Engage a geriatric care manager or social worker to navigate discussions about moving to assisted living or managing cognitive decline, minimizing family power dynamics.About the Show:The Physician's Guide to Doctoring covers patient interactions, burnout, career growth, personal finance, and more. If you're tired of dull medical lectures, tune in for real-world lessons we should have learned in med school!About the Guest:Kathleen McGuinness is a certified dementia practitioner, senior home safety specialist, and end-of-life specialist. As the head of a home care company and a commissioner on the Montgomery County Commission on Aging, she brings decades of experience supporting families through the complexities of elder care. Her personal journey as a caregiver for her aging parents and husband informs her empathetic and practical approach.Contact Kathleen:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmcguinness/Email: km7720@gmail.comAbout the Host:Dr. Bradley Block is a board-certified otolaryngologist at ENT and Allergy Associates in Garden City, NY. He specializes in adult and pediatric ENT, with interests in sinusitis and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Block also hosts The Physician's Guide to Doctoring podcast, focusing on personal and professional development for physicians.Want to be a guest?Email Brad at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more!Socials:@physiciansguidetodoctoring on Facebook@physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let's grow! Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.

Join Becky and Katana as they discuss:Understanding the costs associated with aging in place or moving.How to better evaluate the different living options available to aging parents.Strategies for improving outcomes for people as they age.A proud native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Becky grew up knowing the value of helping others from her parents. Becky received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an emphasis in marketing from Georgia State University in Atlanta. In addition, she is also a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), and a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer® (CADDCT).  Becky began her career in the field of geriatrics over 25 years ago. She developed and implemented a program for older adults seeking to house people and assist them so they could remain in their homes as independently as possible. In 2013, she joined a home care company, Bridgeway, and focused on educating individuals and the community about the benefits of geriatric care management and caregiving. As a Geriatric Care Manager and Patient Advocate, she works closely with clients and their families to make the best and most informed decisions possible. Becky understands the importance and value of geriatric care management and knows that it can positively impact an individual's quality of life.   Learn more about Becky at eizenconsultinggroup.com or call Becky at (248) 752-4389.

In her role as a certified Death Doula (also known as an End-of-Life Doula orDeath Midwife), Julie Iverson is passionate about providing non-medical,non-judgmental, holistic care and support to individuals and their loved onesas they navigate the challenges and transitions of aging and dying. Sheeducates them about options available before, during, and after death.Drawing on her expertise as a certified Geriatric Care Manager, Julie'sspecialty is being an advocate for families and a liaison between health careproviders and families. She offers her services through her company, Agingwith Care.Connect with Julie:Email: jliverson@mac.comWebsite: https://aging-with-care.com

When it comes to seniors downsizing, they need substantial support. They need a full-service healthcare concierge to help them plan their next move. This is a time in their life when they are vulnerable, and it requires a very special person who is both supportive and knowledgeable to take charge and come up with a plan.   Abbe Udochi is a Geriatric Care Manager and CEO of Concierge Healthcare Consulting. A specialist in advocacy and care management for the elderly, she helps the aging, their families and caregivers navigate the resources they require to make the best decisions for themselves and their loved ones, while simultaneously making healthcare options easier to find and understand. Find out why having someone like Abbe in your contacts in a lifesaver.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://harrietlibovhomes.com/35

We sit down with Aging Advisor, Allison O'Shea of Openly Aging, to discuss why it's important to plan ahead for post-retirement, and how to avoid last minute decision making about managing major life events. In this interview, Allison discusses the following:•    Why older adults need to plan ahead.•    Putting a support plan into place before you need help.•    The advisor triangle of legal advisor, financial advisor and ageing advisor•    How and when to put an aging plan in place.•    Why every decision in early retirement needs to look at what can happen in post-retirement.•    Learn how the adult children fit into a good support system.•    Understanding resources that are available.•    The role of a geriatric care manager.•    ...and much more!If you would like to speak with one of our family law attorneys, please call our office at (503) 227-0200, or visit our website at https://www.pacificcascadelegal.com.If you're interested in getting in touch with Allison, you can do so by visiting her website: https://openlyaging.com/Disclaimer: Nothing in this communication is intended to provide legal advice nor does it constitute a client-attorney relationship, therefore you should not interpret the contents as such.

Join host Fred Munroe as he speaks with guests Linda Beck, Staff Ombudsman with the Long Term Care Ombudsman Services of San Luis Obispo County, Kathryn Cherkas, Director of Care & Support with the Alzheimer's Association, and Jenny Molinar, Geriatric Care Manager with Guided Aging. They will discuss their work to establish Family Councils for family and friends of long-term care residents.You are invited to listen, learn and participate in the conversation, between 1-2 pm. Call in and be part of the discussion at (805) 549-8855 or email questions to voices@kcbx.org.Broadcast date: 5/19/22Central Coast Voices is sponsored by ACTION for Healthy Communities in collaboration with KCBX and made possible through underwriting by Joan Gellert-Sargen.

Today, I'm talking to Linda Fodrini-Johnson. Linda has been a Geriatric Care Manager and Aging Life Care Expert for nearly 40 years. As a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified care manager, Linda works to help families avoid potholes and misinformation and find peace in the course of family caregiving. In her book, The Empowered Caregiver, she provides adult children of aging parents with ideas, lists, scripts for touchy conversations, critical questions for doctors and lawyers, and other resources collected over the course of her career. In our conversation, Linda and I discuss how her own struggles with aging parents and caregiving transformed her life and career, how to destress your life as your parents get older, and her valuable insights on how to deal with a parent that is suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia. GET A FREE COPY OF LINDA'S BOOK, THE EMPOWERED CAREGIVER: PRACTICAL ADVICE AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT FOR ADULT CHILDREN OF AGING PARENTS Here's all you have to do... Step 1.) Subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review over on iTunes. Step 2.) Send an email to info@howardbailey.com with your iTunes username and mailing address, and we will ship you the book for free. It's that simple! Show Notes: RetireWithPurpose.com/273 Rate & Review the Podcast: RetireWithPurpose.com/review Weekly Retirement Newsletter: RetireWithPurpose.com/weekend-reading

Around the House took a more serious turn this week as we tackle a major issue that is worldwide. Hoarding disorder is a unique psychiatriccondition that has long been misunderstood, undiagnosed, and untreated. We hope to bring you a ton of great information about this, so that you might be ableto help a loved one or friend that could be struggling with this. We talk with Anne B. Pagano, LCSW, ACSW, BCD, C-ASWCM,Executive Director of the Hoarding Disorder Resource and Training Group (http://hoardingdisordergroup.education/ (http://hoardingdisordergroup.education/)) Anne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified through the National Association of Social Workers as a Geriatric Care Manager. Shealso holds certifications from the Academy of Certified Social Workers and as a Board Certified Diplomat through the American Board of Examiners. So this episode might seem a little more serious as it really is for us when we are dealing with any recognized mental health issue. Thanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen (https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listen) We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/ (https://aroundthehouseonline.com/) We have moved the Pro Insider Special on Thursday to its new feed. It will no longer be on this page. You can find it and subscribe right here: https://around-the-house-pro-insider.captivate.fm/ (https://around-the-house-pro-insider.captivate.fm/ )

We address the caregiving aspects for which there is typically no financial assistance with Amy Langerud, RN and Geriatric Care Manager with Preferred Living Solutions. The discussion then turns to all things palliative care with Lily Gillmore, Associate Vice President of Palliative Care at Transitions Lifecare.

Ann Quinlan is a Geriatric Care Manager and Dementia Care Specialist. She has over 25 years of experience in deepening her understanding of the sadness, grief, frustration, and stress experienced when one is caring for a loved one with short-term memory loss due to ANY form of dementia. In this interview, she will share strategies from her Three Rules workshop that help people support those they care for with dementia.  If dementia is a part of your life, through caring for a loved one or through service work you provide, then this show is an absolute must listen!  Contact Ann Quinlan at avceltic@gmail.com for information on upcoming workshops.

Ruthie Barkus, the owner of CarePatrol Chicagoland South, joined the SNF Spotlight Series. Before CarePatrol, Ruthie began her career in healthcare as a nurse. Her passion for nursing is derived from a heart condition diagnosis as a teen, where she found that only the nurses in the room had her best interest. As an adult, Ruthie became the caregiver for her mother, who had dementia, which introduced her to the complex world of senior care. That experience led her to CarePatrol, where she now educates and advocates for families in the search of quality care for their loved ones. Learn more about Ruthie's story and about how Care Patrol helps seniors and their families through the difficult process of senior care placement. Ruthie Barkus is a Registered Nurse and Geriatric Care Manager. She received her bachelors from Chamberlain University and has been certified as a Certified Placement and Referral Special and as Dementia Practitioner. She is the owner of CarePatrol of Mokena, which assists and advocates for families when placing their loved ones in care services.

Aging Life Care Professionals®, called Geriatric Care Managers for 30+ years, is a professional group that has seen exponential growth as our aging population has mushroomed. Most families in highly populated areas of the country have heard of this unique professional. At a time when many professionals begin to enter the aging world – calling themselves experts, families need to understand what assistance is available and why this particular group of professionals is best qualified to guide you on your journey with your loved ones. Aging Life Care Professionals® are experienced and licensed in a variety of related fields and their expertise can be summarized into eight knowledge areas. Join me as I talk about how an Aging Life Care Manager can benefit you and your family, with Liz Barlowe, owner of Barlowe and Associates, Aging Life Care Manager, and Board President of the national Aging Life Care Association.

Melanie Maynor grew up in a small town in south Louisiana surrounded by the love and care of her grandparents and great-grandparents. That love and care lead Melanie on a path to become a Geriatric Care Manger who is a willing and capable advocate for her clients and families, because of her innate passion for everyone to Age Gracefully. Listen in and learn how Melanie Maynor is creating Healing Ties through her work as a Geriatric Care Manager in St. Louis, MO.

Melanie Maynor grew up in a small town in south Louisiana surrounded by the love and care of her grandparents and great-grandparents. That love and care lead Melanie on a path to become a Geriatric Care Manger who is a willing and capable advocate for her clients and families, because of her innate passion for everyone to Age Gracefully. Listen in and learn how Melanie Maynor is creating Healing Ties through her work as a Geriatric Care Manager in St. Louis, MO.

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Aging Life Care Professionals®, called Geriatric Care Managers for 30+ years, is a professional group that has seen exponential growth as our aging population has mushroomed. Most families in highly populated areas of the country have heard of this unique professional. At a time when many professionals begin to enter the aging world – calling themselves experts, families need to understand what assistance is available and why this particular group of professionals is best qualified to guide you on your journey with your loved ones. Aging Life Care Professionals® are experienced and licensed in a variety of related fields and their expertise can be summarized into eight knowledge areas. Join me as I talk about how an Aging Life Care Manager can benefit you and your family, with Liz Barlowe, owner of Barlowe and Associates, Aging Life Care Manager, and Board President of the national Aging Life Care Association.

Social connection has long been associated with good quality of life, as well as positive physical and mental health outcomes for seniors. With the COVID-19 pandemic, most seniors are struggling to balance that quality of life with life itself. Social isolation and loneliness were already prevalent in our senior population. Today even those living in retirement communities are advised to stay-at-home, which is exacerbating an already serious problem. Families and professionals are seeing a significant increase in isolation related problems such as depression, physical/cognitive decline and emotional distress. To address this growing crisis, I will be joined by Crystal Littlejohn, a Geriatric Care Manager and founder of a program specifically designed to address the need for engagement with older adults. We will discuss social isolation, its' impact on seniors and ways that thoughtfully engaging loved ones can benefit their overall well-being.

Diane Dennis, RN, from Age at Home Service, joined us to discuss geriatric care managers and the role they play.Diane is a Geriatric Care Manager and owner of Age at Home Service. She explains that geriatric care managers are licensed professionals who specialize in aging and managing senior care. They can act as an advocate and a voice of neutrality, leading families through difficult, emotionally charged conversations. Geriatric care managers also help families and seniors identify areas of concern and work to create a senior care plan that helps coordinate services and provide peace of mind. Don’t miss this show!

Diane Dennis, RN, from Age at Home Service, joined us to discuss geriatric care managers and the role they play.Diane is a Geriatric Care Manager and owner of Age at Home Service. She explains that geriatric care managers are licensed professionals who specialize in aging and managing senior care. They can act as an advocate and a voice of neutrality, leading families through difficult, emotionally charged conversations. Geriatric care managers also help families and seniors identify areas of concern and work to create a senior care plan that helps coordinate services and provide peace of mind. Don’t miss this show!

Diane Dennis, RN, from Age at Home Service, joined us to discuss geriatric care managers and the role they play.Diane is a Geriatric Care Manager and owner of Age at Home Service. She explains that geriatric care managers are licensed professionals who specialize in aging and managing senior care. They can act as an advocate and a voice of neutrality, leading families through difficult, emotionally charged conversations. Geriatric care managers also help families and seniors identify areas of concern and work to create a senior care plan that helps coordinate services and provide peace of mind. Don’t miss this show!

Diane Dennis, RN, from Age at Home Service, joined us to discuss geriatric care managers and the role they play.Diane is a Geriatric Care Manager and owner of Age at Home Service. She explains that geriatric care managers are licensed professionals who specialize in aging and managing senior care. They can act as an advocate and a voice of neutrality, leading families through difficult, emotionally charged conversations. Geriatric care managers also help families and seniors identify areas of concern and work to create a senior care plan that helps coordinate services and provide peace of mind. Don’t miss this show!

Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis talks to Jodi Jackson, RN, CCM of LifeLinks about the Role of a Geriatric Care Manager.

Navigating the aging journey for yourself or a loved one can be overwhelming. It's difficult to know where to begin and the fear that you are missing something very important always lingers. You are not alone. Inhttp://bit.ly/SageEp6 ( )episode 6 we discussed Home Care options (if you missed that you can find episode 6 at SageAging.us along with our whole catalog of shows). The option we will discuss in this episode Is a Life Care Manager, also known as a Geriatric Care Manager. Guest https://www.allaboutagingllc.com/about-us/ (Barbara Herrington) of https://www.allaboutagingllc.com/ (All About Aging )provides a wealth of information and sheds some light on this topic. Here is what we covered: What is an Aging Life Care Practice  About Barbara and what brought her to found All About Aging Who is a good candidate for a Life Care Manager? When is the right time to engage a Life Care Manager? What types of things can a Life Care Manager assist with? Types of caregivers. (physical caregiver, long distance caregiver, local but living separately) Is using a Life Care Manager a cost effective option for families/How services are paid for Questions to ask when choosing a Life Care Manager  Book/web site recommendations Links & Resources Mentioned (so much great info!)PolkElderCare.comhttps://polkeldercare.com/ ( )- senior resource guide https://www.allaboutagingllc.com/about-us/ (About Barbara Herrington) https://www.allaboutagingllc.com/ (All About Aging) https://www.aginglifecare.org/ (Aging Life Care Association) https://www.aginglifecare.org/ALCA/About_Aging_Life_Care/Selecting_an_Aging_Life_Care_Professional/ALCA/About_Aging_Life_Care/Selecting_an_Aging_Life_Care_Professional.aspx?hkey=e598249e-cfd0-4755-bbc4-245b4cab77ca (Selecting a Life Care Manager (Questions to Ask)) https://www.mayoclinic.org/ (Mayo Clnic) https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/ (Johns Hopkins Medicine) https://www.alz.org/ (The Alzheimer's Association) https://alzfdn.org/ (The Alzheimer's Foundation) Book: https://www.amazon.com/Caregivers-Path-Compassionate-Decision-Making/dp/1608320413 (The Caregivers Path to Compassionate Decision Making) by Viki Kind Book: https://www.amazon.com/How-Say-Seniors-Closing-Communication/dp/0735203806/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=How+to+Say+it+to+Seniors.&qid=1589754091&s=books&sr=1-1 (How to Say it to Seniors)

Cindy joined us in our Carlsbad studio to share her journey of going from nurse to geriatric care manager, and how she has become a pillar in the San Diego Community in both geriatric care management and in-home care for nearly 30 years.

Today we speak with Kathy Kemp a geriatric care manager and owner of Sage Advice, located in Arlington, Massachusetts. In a previous blog and podcast, we listed all the reasons why we appreciate geriatric care managers and why people like Kathy Kemp are so important for seniors and their families. In this episode we talk to [...]The post Interview with Kathy Kemp, Geriatric Care Manager appeared first on Minute Women Home Care.

In this episode of CareOne Living, we look at things to consider when choosing a senior care facility. Our guests include Lisa Rhoads, the Executive Director of CareOne at The Cupola, John Albanese, Director of Community Relations at Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus, and Margo Tucker, Geriatric Care Manager.

Susan Bossung, healthcare executive, introduces our podcast season on caring for individuals with a diagnosis of Alzheimers or dementia. In this broadcast season, Susan will be interviewing trusted community professionals who are key in the diagnosis, treatment and care of people living with these diagnosis. Be sure to visit us on LinkedIn and Facebook! Music provided by AudioBlocks at www.audioblocks.com 2018 Senior1Care. All Rights Reserved.

Julie Beazley, Acappella's Geriatric Care Manager, joins us to talk about what her role actually is, what family's can ask of her, and all the services a geriatric care manager can provide.

Geriatric Care Managers or Aging Care Specialists, are an important member of an elder's care team. They are the conduit between the patient, family, and medical team. They assist is determining the best use of resources based on individual needs and because they go into the home, they can see the big picture. They advocate for the patient with discussion about what the patient's wishes are. They can be nurses, social workers, or elder care workers with a special certification. They can work for insurance companies, physicians, or can be independently employed. Tara Cunningham RN, shares her perspective as an eight year veteran Geriatric Care Manager and as a nurse. She offers great advice for families which include open discussion about end of life wishes, and suggests several tools to help with the conversation: The 5 Wishes Document and The Conversation Project She also offers suggestions for finding out if you or your family have access to a Geriatric Care Manager: check with your insurance company ask your primary care physician Check with your local council on aging Do an online search

Does Mom need help but you are tapped out? I brought Ann Butterfield to the show to explain how an Aging Life Care Manager can help you. If you've heard the term “Geriatric Care Manager”, it's the same position. Ann explained that a Care Manager actually quarterback's your loved one's care.  She deals with all of the people who care for your loved one.  This quarterbacking can include: * A Life Care Manager manages the Caregivers. * Doctors–going to doctor appointments, and facilitating communication between the family members, the doctor, and the client. * Attorneys: Elder Law Attorneys, Estate Planning attorneys, and others need to interact with the client and family, and the care manager helps facilitate this. * The Care Manager interacts with Trustees to meet the client's needs. * Other Experts: care managers bring them in when necessary. * Financial: including the accountant and Power of Attorney.  The Life Care Professional provides information on government benefits and assists the client in obtaining them where warranted. * Housing options: Evaluation and selection of appropriate housing such as assisted living options or memory care. * Family members:  Long Distance family members and others need help adjusting and coping with everyday concerns and conflicts that arise. She told a story about “Betty” who was caring for her elderly mother. When mom moved from Washington State to San Francisco, there was a lot to coordinate.  You might be in this situation yourself: * You have a full or part-time job * Children or grandchildren depend on you * Someday you'd like to go out to lunch with a friend When caring for a loved one, you've got to make phone calls (hundreds of them!), you've got to shop for yourself AND your loved one, you've got to coordinate with the caregivers. Not only that, but you also have to deal with doctor's visits, assisted living situations…the list goes on and on. Aging Life Care™, also known as geriatric care management, is a holistic, client-centered approach to caring for older adults or others facing ongoing health challenges. Working with families, the expertise of Aging Life Care Professionals provides the answers at a time of uncertainty. Their guidance leads families to the actions and decisions that ensure quality care and an optimal life for those they love, thus reducing worry, stress and time off of work for family caregivers through: Assessment and monitoring Planning and problem-solving Education and advocacy Family caregiver coaching1  Ann was a nurse before she became a care manager, and it turns out that caregivers come from many backgrounds.  Many have had personal experience with family members and so discovered the need for these services.   A Care Manager takes much of your burden, especially when you are out of the area.   Ann can be reached at Ann@BoutiqueCareManagement.com or if you want more information on care managers in your area, go to https://www.aginglifecare.org/ This article was originally published on http://RockYourRetirement.com * What you need to know, What You Need to Know, https://www.aginglifecare.

Does Mom need help but you are tapped out? I brought Ann Butterfield to the show to explain how an Aging Life Care Manager can help you. If you've heard the term “Geriatric Care Manager”, it's the same position. Ann explained that a Care Manager actually quarterback's your loved one's care.  She deals with all […] The post Why a Care Manager is the Secret Ingredient: Episode 098 appeared first on Rock Your Retirement.

Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell chats with Julie Hess, executive director of ACMCare, about the importance of having a geriatric care manager to manage aspects related to health care, including housing arrangements, as we age. The post Enlisting A Geriatric Care Manager [Episode 25] appeared first on Joseph E. Cordell.

Host Zack Demopoulos invites Wendy Sabin,  MSW, LCSW to talk about what a GCM or Geriatric Care Manager is, the change to the name ALCA or Aging Life Care Adviser, why you would call one, what they do for you, and how she balances her professional caregiving and personal caregiving which you'll be surprised to hear.  She also answers a listener's question on how to handle an aging parent who is reluctant to move out of state to be near an adult child who can care for them.

Today's show is a New To You Satellite Sisters episode from October 15, 2008.  We start with Installment 1 of Edna and Jim's Excellent Adventure.  Monica's about to leave on a road trip with our parents to move them from Oregon to California.  It was the beginning of a series of transitions we made with our parents.  For those of you who have been through this experience, you know how difficult and unpredictable it can be.  We enlisted a Geriatric Care Manager and did a great deal of research about caring for the elderly.   In other news, Lian makes the argument that Beverly Hills Chihauha should really be named Beverly Hills German Shepherd.  Go Delgado! Monica has a list of the 8 most dangerous pets for kids.  Lian has strong feelings about turtles and has tales of Galapagos and Yangtze turtles that need preservation around the planet.  Sheila has a list of the worst healthy foods and attempts a crazy calories quiz for Yum Brands.  Later, she's on the Cozy Couch: Perfumes that make women look slimmer!  Smart new ways to remove water stains! Autumn candle therapy.  Here we are with just a few weeks left before the 2016 election, so we could also use some candle therapy.    Thank you for your donations to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. We'll have another story for you on Tuesday's new show.  Also, to use the special offer from Glossier that we launched on Tuesday's show, go to www.glossier.com and use the promo code sisters.  Shop and enjoy.  Julie enjoyed the Boy Brow.

Welcome Medicare Nation! Today we wrap up our “trilogy” about Care Coordination by talking to Patient Advocate Karyn Rizzo!   Karyn wrote the book - Aging in America - What you need to know about Navigating our Healthcare System   Karyn’s book is available on Amazon. It covers everything from finding a primary care physician, choosing Medicare programs, and also some information for LGBT friendly providers, and safety tips, fall prevention etc. It just covers lots of real life issues that you face, including respite and how to take a break from care giving!   The book came out of the needs Karyn saw in her work everyday! She knew there was so much information she needed to cover, so she created a powerful resource in the book!   Fall prevention tips that Karyn provides in the book:   Eliminate rugs in the bathroom and other rooms of the house Check the types of shoes to make sure they don’t contribute to a fall Falls happen in the middle of the night going to bathroom, so install rails Is walker or cane easily accessible from the bed? Do you have motion sensor lighting? Medications can contribute to falls   Another great resource on fall prevention is mayoclinic,org   Advocacy for Patients is important today because of the following factors:   Healthcare providers don’t have the time to spend with you explaining things Insurance companies have complex coverage rules Healthcare treatment options are more complicated than ever         What a Patient Advocate Does:   Individuals that directly advocate for the patient Neutral parties hired by the family - not employed by hospital or insurance company Evaluate the care plan for the patient Advocate will put together a care plan that meets the patient's needs Works through the process of appealing insurance and hospital decisions They know the system, the lingo, and the rules, so they can use them to the patient’s advantage Knows what programs the patient is eligible for and how to get you on the right program for them Advocate can also help involve other specialty Physicians to evaluate the best treatment plan for the patient Advocates can also help navigate care options for Hospice and understand when it is appropriate and when other options are better for the patient. Hospice does have a Home Health division and it can be confusing between that and end of life Hospice care, so the patient advocate can make sure you are on the appropriate service. Healthcare regulations vary from state to state, so it’s important to get accurate help navigating the system.       Where do you find a Patient Advocate?   Sometimes called a Geriatric Care Manager, Social Service Agencies - There is a national website that provides a directory of caregivers:     CareManager.org CareGiver.org AgingGuidebook1.com - Karyn’s website has TONS of resources     What type of Licensing does a Patient Care Advocate have?   Every state calls the role something different, but there are programs that certify in each state.  Generally, they are nurses or social workers, or have equivalent experience. Licensing or certification is required for this role.     A Geriatric Care Manager is a position that you will have to pay for. Case managers that are paid by Medicare, the hospital or the insurance company will always represent those organization’s interest first, and yours afterward.   It is worth every penny to have someone in the trenches that is representing your best interests!     Online Tools when you are out of state from the patient:     ecarediary.com reunioncare.com   These websites create a circle of care that allows everyone in that circle to have access to all the information and take action on different aspects of the care for the patient from where ever they are in the world.         Got questions about Patient Advocacy?   Karyn could assist in a consultative role if you are not located in FL. She can direct you to resources in your area.     Karyn can be reached:   By Phone: 727-452-1300    By Email: info@agingguidebook1.com   Do you have questions or feedback? I’d love to hear it! I may answer one of your questions on the air! email me: support@themedicarenation.com Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review in iTunes! (Click here)     Find out more information about Medicare on Diane Daniel’s website! www.CallSamm.com    

Jason Parker interviews Betty Herman about her work as a Geriatric Care Manager with Martha & Mary. Betty Herman is outreach coordinator for Martha and Mary Home and Community Services. Martha & Mary has served the West Sound region for the last 124 years. This not-for-profit organization currently serves people from 4 weeks old to end of life with child care, early childhood education, senior housing, in-home services to help clients stay independent; and physical rehabilitation, long term care and memory care in a skilled nursing setting.   Betty, however has only served seniors for the last 35 years in all capacities from individual caregiver to Care Director. She joined Martha and Mary in December 2010.  She speaks often on the topics of The Continuum of Care, From Full Independence to Last Breath, Fall Prevention and Senior Housing Options. She is not only doing outreach she is assisting in the newest area of Martha and Mary services, Geriatric Care Management. To learn more please visit www.marthaandmary.org

As families become more mobile and less place bound, many of us are struggling with caregiving from a distance. What resources are available to help?   Join Dr. Jane Everson and Ms. Frances Hall with this month's guests, Nancy Ruffner, President and Professional Advocate with NAVIGATE NC and Sharon Kilpatrick, a Geriatric Care Manager with Kilpatrick Care Management as they discuss caregiving from a distance.      See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I have heard it is called shadowing but I can't even go to the bathroom in peace! Linda Knewston, Geriatric Care Manager with Livhome answers this question. She gives some helpful insight on what you can do to help control this behavior. Have a Question for Linda or another Elder Care Professional? Submit it here http://findhoustonseniorcare.com/ask-professional/

Senior Salute Radio brings timely information to leading edge Boomers and Seniors about issues involving care-giving and aging. Learn from both professionals and regular people going through the process with their families. Each week we will also Salute an incredible Senior. Senior Salute Radio is presented by The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier. […] The post Difficult Clients and Placements appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

eCareDiary will speak to Doris Haas, a Certified Professional Geriatric Care Manager, and the Owner and Founder of Atlas Care Management, about residential housing options for seniors.