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Complete assessments to determine what level of care (i.e. nursing home, personal care home or community services) is appropriate for individuals on Medical Assistance to pay for a nursing home stay. A physician's medical report is needed to start the process. Long-term care assessments are also completed for those applying for a personal care home Social Security supplement, and for other DPW programs, such as Waiver Services. Facilities and individuals may also request a level of care determination. Case management help older adults to assess their abilities and needs, explore options, develop plans to best utilize their abilities, and arrange for informal and formal supports (in-home services) to meet their needs. With an older adult looking for placement, they can assist older adults who need to enter a nursing home or personal care facility with determining the type of residential placement that will best meet their needs, and with securing such placement. They can also assist those in nursing facilities.

Provides an in-person Functional Eligibility Determination (FED) to determine eligibility for Medical Assistance Long Term Services and Supports, both in the community or a facility.

Provides case management, geriatric assessment, and specialized information and referral to help maintain personal independence.

Geriatric outpatient assessment center; that provides consultations, evaluations, and recommendations based on the individuals medical history, health condition, current medicines and needs.

Program, generally staffed by an interdisciplinary team comprising a geriatrician, a nurse, a social worker and a pharmacist, that evaluates the functional ability, physical health, cognitive and mental health and socioenvironmental situation of older adults, particular those who are frail or chronically ill, to identify health-related problems, develop plans for treatment and follow-up, coordinate care, determine the need for long-term care, and ensure the optimal use of health care resources. Beneficial outcomes may include greater diagnostic accuracy, improved functional and mental status, reduced mortality, decreased use of nursing facilities and acute care hospitals and increased satisfaction with care.

Offers a wide range of support services to older Lancaster County residents with the goal of allowing them to maintain their independence and self-sufficiency. Most services available to persons ages 60 and over, except for the 55+ Job Bank, Job Bank Workshop and Senior Community Services Employment Program which begins at age 55 and older. Domiciliary Care, Long Term Care Assessments, Ombudsman and Caregiver Support Program available for persons 18 years and older.

Provide care managers to advocate for the individual and work with family members, legal professionals, and financial advisors to understand the individual's specific challenges. Offers support to navigate the health care system, understand health insurance benefits, and determine residential options. Provides education with obtaining referrals when needed.

St. Mary Medical Center's partnership with Catholic Housing & Community Services has established the Family Caregiver Center to connect seniors to aging in place resources and services. Our guidance provides older adults and their families with choices, recommendations, and answers in times of uncertainity. Services: Geriatric assessment to determine safety options and services as deemed necessary Create a plan which answers individual concerns Coordinate the right network of services Remove the stress of managing multiple priorities for your loved one Community resources

Provides assessment to determine if individuals qualify for expense assistance towards cost of care. Types of care include: Personal Boarding Homes Nursing Facilities

Provides assessment of needs and care management to coordinate long-term in-home services for people age 60 or over. After OPTIONS completes a needs assessment, individuals may be eligible for: A) Home Delivered Meals B) Home Support Services C) Personal Care Services D) And more services depending on need

Offers a physician and a social service person for an evaluation of their physical, emotional and cognitive health. The senior will be given a list of recommendations that the team has made to share with their personal physician. The purpose of the program is to educate seniors and their families about services and programs that can help them continue to be active and independent in their communities.

Provides a comprehensive program of geriatric assessments, mental health evaluations, education, living skills, and rehabilitation that identifies and treats older adults who are at risk for depression, dementia, fall risk, and incontinence.

Offers a geriatric care manager works with seniors and their families to guide them through the maze of resources and coordinate all aspects of care.

Program, generally staffed by an interdisciplinary team comprising a geriatrician, a nurse, a social worker and a pharmacist, that evaluates the functional ability, physical health, cognitive and mental health and socioenvironmental situation of older adults, particular those who are frail or chronically ill, to identify health-related problems, develop plans for treatment and follow-up, coordinate care, determine the need for long-term care, and ensure the optimal use of health care resources. Beneficial outcomes may include greater diagnostic accuracy, improved functional and mental status, reduced mortality, decreased use of nursing facilities and acute care hospitals and increased satisfaction with care.

Provides comprehensive assessments and person centered care planning, care managers work with older adults to create a personalized plan for the future.

Completes assessment to determine what level of care (i.e. nursing home, personal care home or community services) is appropriate for individuals on Medical Assistance to pay for a nursing home stay.

Staff members are trained in geriatric care and patients are given complete cognitive and physical assessments in addition to the specific medical treatment called for upon hospital admission.

Provide geriatric assessment of memory issues, dementia, medication reviews, falls, behavioral issues, frailty and maximizing functional ability. Services include geriatric assessments, medication reviews, memory evaluations and preventive care. Provides wellness classes and activities for older adults.

Program, generally staffed by an interdisciplinary team comprising a geriatrician, a nurse, a social worker and a pharmacist, that evaluates the functional ability, physical health, cognitive and mental health and socioenvironmental situation of older adults, particular those who are frail or chronically ill, to identify health-related problems, develop plans for treatment and follow-up, coordinate care, determine the need for long-term care, and ensure the optimal use of health care resources. Beneficial outcomes may include greater diagnostic accuracy, improved functional and mental status, reduced mortality, decreased use of nursing facilities and acute care hospitals and increased satisfaction with care.

Provides primary care medical services ranging from pediatric to geriatric care. Accepts most third party payments. Patients without insurance asked to pay whatever they can. Home visits to homebound elderly available. Also offers personal counseling and smoking cessation programs.

Senior Assessment Program at the Geriatric Center provides comprehensive evaluations performed by a geriatrician, a psychiatrist, and a licensed clinical social worker to lay the foundation for quality ongoing care. This care assists an older individual with the ability to enjoy good health, improve overall quality of life, reduce the need for hospitalization, plan for long-term care, as well as live independently for as long as possible.

Specializes in providing mobile assessments for older individuals who are experiencing a change in mental status, behavior or mood. Can be completed in a familiar setting at the convenience of the individual and loved ones.