When I was working in long term care communities as a speech language pathologist, I often would work with geriatric care managers during care plan meetings for my patients. Sometimes they represented a family who lived far away or they would come along with family to support and advocate for the patient’s needs. Especially in times of crisis, they would help bridge the gap by helping the staff understand the wishes of the patient and the family while also explaining to the family the perspectiv

Your Family's Quarterback: Role of a Geriatric Care Manager | The Care Table Ep. 11