The Value of Care Management with Jamie Friedlander

ElderCare Insights by Welcome Back Home Care with Lee Berkowitz

Jaimee Friedlander is a dedicated professional who found her passion for working with seniors during her graduate studies in social work. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Case Manager (CCM). Growing up with a close relationship with her grandparents and witnessing the challenges of the sandwich generation, Jamie knew she wanted to make a difference in the lives of seniors.
In this episode of ElderCare Insights, host Lee Berkowitz interviews Jamie Friedlander, the owner of Guiding Care, a geriatric care management company. Jamie shares her journey into the geriatric care management field, her passion for helping seniors, and the valuable services her company provides to ensure the safety, health, and independence of elderly individuals.
During the interview, Jamie explains the role of a care manager in assessing the needs of their clients, coordinating services, overseeing care for complex situations, and serving as an advocate for families. She emphasizes the importance of effective communication and proactive planning in managing the affairs of elderly individuals, especially during hospitalization and discharge planning.
Listeners gain insight into the flexible and personalized approach of Guiding Care, the benefits of care management for families, and the significance of reunifying families by facilitating relocation to be closer to loved ones.

Takeaways

1. Care managers assess needs and coordinate services.
2. Communication and planning are critical for elderly safety.
3. Care services help the elderly relocate near family.

Connect with Jaimee Friedlander
Website: www.guidingcarefl.com

Timestamps
03:00 Care management team provides services for elderly.
04:00 Hiring a care manager can help coordinate care, advocate, and provide peace of mind.
07:51 Managing bills for clients important for independence.
11:57 One main contact for families in Guiding Care.
13:53 Helping families connect, move, and reunite.
17:12 Matching caregivers based on location, needs, and compatibility.
22:49 Advocate for loved ones in busy hospitals.

Book a call with Lee Berkowitz: www.welcomebackhomecare.com