 The
most valuable service we can offer our clients is to
be able to understand their situation in order to create
the most viable and sustainable solutions for their
care needs.
In recent years, the term "assessment"
has been used fairly loosely, oftentimes referring
to an assessment by an outreach (not clinical) professional,
a more medical-type of RN assessment that focuses
primarily on physical needs or a "staffing"
assessment, where the client defines his/her needs
solely for the purpose of matching a caregiver.
The LivHOME assessment is different in these ways:
- You are dealing with an expert from the very first
call: From a family's first contact with LivHOME,
an expert in geriatric care will work to understand
the senior's and family's needs, provide resources,
and work with the family to recommend the best available
options and resources for the complex situation. The
initial phone consultation is complimentary.
- Clinical* assessment given by experts: LivHOME
assessments are conducted by our professional Care
Managers, credentialed experts in geriatric care with
specialized training in social work, nursing or mental
health, who work closely with each family to understand
their specific situation. Based on a clinical assessment,
the Care Manager develops a customized Plan of Care.
The LivHOME Care Manager then works with the Caregiver
and the family every step of the way to follow the
plan, update it as needed, and ensure compliance.
- Holistic approach for a comprehensive plan: LivHOME
not only looks at the immediate needs of providing
a Caregiver, but takes a comprehensive approach to
care that addresses the following needs:
- Physical/medical (medications, home safety evaluation,
cognitive/behavioral, fall risk, nutrition, etc.)
- Socialization
- Emotional
- Planning and resources (legal, financial, insurance,
entitlements, power of attorney, Medicare programs,
etc.)
Outcome
By employing a systematic assessment process, LivHOME
understands and can develop a balanced plan. We can
then procure the right level of services to ensure
that our clients' needs will be addressed while honoring
their values and independence.
To speak with a professional about your needs, or
to answer any questions you may have, contact your
local LivHOME office by clicking here.
*Professional observation or analytic evaluation
by a social worker, nurse or psychologist
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