Choosing a Geriatric Care Manager Checklist

Directions: When looking for a geriatric care manager to help with care coordination, use the following checklist to compare different individuals.

Name of Professional:

Phone Number:

Address:
Questions Answers / Notes
What services do you provide?
Assessment and evaluation Written plan for services
Coordination of services Regular monitoring
Follow-up Routine reporting to family

Notes
If providing routine monitoring, how frequently do you visit the care recipient? How long are the visits?
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What other professionals do you consult with or have working for you?
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How do you supervise others working for you?
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How do you monitor the quality of the services you provide?
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Are you licensed by the state?
Yes No

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What degrees and qualifications do you have?
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To which organizations do you belong?
American Society on Aging Gerontological Society of America
National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers National Association of Social Workers
National Council on Aging Other

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What are your fees? For initial assessment? Ongoing hourly or retainer fee?
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What additional fees are there?
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Are there any discounts or reduced fees available, if necessary?
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How often do you bill?
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Are you available to begin services now? If not, how long is the waiting list?
Yes No

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Are you available outside of business hours if needed?
Yes No

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Do you have a backup care manager when you are not available?
Yes No

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When an emergency occurs, what is your procedure? What do you consider an emergency or crisis?
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After meeting the care manager, answer the following: Answers / Notes
Does the care manager appear interested in meeting the needs of my loved one?
Yes No

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Does the care manager appear knowledgeable about the services available in the area that your loved one lives?
Yes No

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Did the care manager return calls promptly?
Yes No

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Do you feel you could work well with this person?
Yes No

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Do you feel you can trust this person with sensitive and confidential information?
Yes No

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