What is a Professional Geriatric Care Manager?

A Geriatric Care Manager is a health and human services specialist who helps families who are caring for older relatives.  The Geriatric Care Manager is trained and experienced in any of several fields related to care management, including, but not limited to nursing, gerontology, social work, or psychology, with a specialized focus on issues related [...]

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What questions should I ask about hospice care?

There are a number of things you might want to ask about when deciding on a hospice program. Accreditation Is the agency accredited (certified and licensed) by a nationally recognized group, such as the Joint Commission?  The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization that evaluates and accredits health care organizations and programs.  It is [...]

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