Eligibility
• Adults 50 years of age and older who have one or more health conditions
• Family or friend caregivers of any age
Types of Assistance
Health- and care-related information – receive helpful information by mail or e-mail on where to look for information on health conditions, caregiving, and more Family and friend involvement in care – identify ways to involve and strengthen support from family and friends who do not currently help but are willing to assist Awareness and use of community services – determine the types of services needed, how to get and use services, and what to expect from services Coaching and support – receive practical solutions to address concerns about care and ongoing feedback on recommended tasks through follow-up calls Talk to the Care Consultant about:
• Personal and household care
• Medicare, Medicaid, and insurances
• Home safety
• Legal and financial issues
• Family communication
• Balancing caregiving with other responsibilities
• Planning for future care
• Other concerns about health and care
Proven Impact
Care Consultation was developed and tested through research studies by the Margaret Blenkner Research Institute of Benjamin Rose. These studies involved older adults with health challenges and their family caregivers. Care Consultation is recognized as an award-winning, evidence-based program because participants experienced many positive benefits, including:
• Improved Care
• Less Stress
• Fewer Visits to the Emergency Department and Hospital
• Delayed Nursing Home Placement
Learn More/Make a Referral
To find out more about Care Consultation or to get started today, contact intake@benrose.org or call 216.791.8000. |
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