Liberty Oxygen
Updated 11:40 AM CST, Mon March 2, 2020
Published Under: Care Management
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Guest blog by Pathfinder Care Management
Liberty Oxygen and Medical Equipment is committed to providing superior service and offering quality products for our Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area customers. We reached out to our friends at Pathfinder Care Management and asked them to share information about geriatric care management. We understand that caring for an aging loved one can be stressful and believe the assistance provided by a care manager can help to relieve the burden and offer peace of mind.
What is a Care Manager?
A Care Manager is a health and human services specialist who acts as a guide and advocate for families who are caring for older relatives or disabled adults. The Care Manager is educated and experienced in any of several fields related to care management including, but not limited to counseling, gerontology, mental health, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, or social work; with a specialized focus on issues related to aging and elder care.
The Care Manager assists clients in attaining their maximum functional potential. The individual’s independence is encouraged, while safety and security concerns are also addressed. Care Managers are able to address a broad range of issues related to the well-being of their client. They also have extensive knowledge about the costs, quality, and availability of resources in their communities. Care Managers know the local resources in their communities like the back of their hand, including how to access services. That is why partnering with reputable organizations like Liberty Oxygen and Medical Equipment, which provides a comprehensive array of home medical equipment, supplies and oxygen, in addition to prompt and personalized care becomes vital in the success of the client.
Why work with a Care Manager?
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 a Care Manager 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
- Referrals to local community resources
- Family/caregiver support and guidance
- Assessment & care plan
- Medical advocate
- Accompany to medical appointments
- Available 24/7 for emergencies
- Caregiver consultation
- Family liaison
- Research & arrange for community resources
- Mediate family meetings
- Advocate during hospital stay
- Relocation
- Assist with insurance, Medicare & benefit forms
- On-call Advocate Program
- Objective, expert view point
- Clarity of healthcare and service options
- Insider on your side
- Peace of mind
- Personalized support
- Centralized communication
- Highly trusted community referrals
- Objective third party
- Reduced stress
- Coordination of services
- Cost savings
- Reassurance
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