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Our Mission
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We are an agency dedicated to seniors and the transitions of aging.
We pledge to work with our clients and their significant others
to enhance their independence and the highest quality of life.
We will provide the necessary expertise and choices to accommodate
each individual's needs. |
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What Is a Care Manager? |
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A Geriatric Care Manager is a professional advocate that addresses issues related
to aging and elder care. Geriatric Care Managers work with older adults and their
familes to create a joint care plan the meets their specific needs.
Care Managers assist adult children of aging parents, others providing elder care,
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When Is a Care Manager Called For? |
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Some typical situations in which a Care Manager is indicated:
- An elderly family members is unsafe at home.
- Basic daily needs are not being met, such as grooming, cooking, or transportation.
- Health care needs are consuming the lives of the caregivers.
- There is difficulty in managing bills and finances.
A Care Manager will meet with those involved to determine if care management services
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What Services Are Provided? |
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The Care Management relationship can range from occasional recommendations
of service providers to ongoing coordination of life management needs. Here are
some types of services we can provide:
- Development of a care plan
- Referrals and recommendations for quality service providers
- Assessments to determine capabilities and needs
- Advocacy and representation with health care agencies and service providers
- Coordination of services and service providers
- Education and other direct support services
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Staff |
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Melissa Cronin, MS, LCPC, CRC
Senior Care Manager
Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois
and is a Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with specialized training in Geriatric Care.
She is a graduate of the University of Illinois with a Master's Degree in
Rehabilitation Counseling and a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. |
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Amy Wingo, MS, CRC
Senior Care Manager
Amy is a graduate of the University of Illinois with a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation
and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.
Both have extensive experience in service coordination and counseling for individuals across the lifespan
and specialize in issues related to disability and vocation.
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William Gingold, PhD, MHA, CHE, CSA, QMHP, LP
Senior Advisor
Dr. Gingold is a psychologist and gerontologist.
He is also Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of
Family Medicine Research at the University of Illinois.
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