We evaluate the multi-dimensional needs of the older adult. Assessment would examine:

• Medical condition and continuity of care
• Mental health status, issues of depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, social isolation, chronic illness.
• Cognitive status; presence/severity of dementia
• Activities of daily living
• Issues relating to driving
• Level of family/community support
• Safety issues/home environment
• Legal/financial status

An objective care planning assessment may be appropriate in the following situations:

• A parent who is having difficulty caring for or coping with the needs of a spouse with dementia.
• An older adult who is having diffiulty with activities of daily living and lives alone.
• An older adult who is at risk in his/her home and requires modificiation of the home for safety purposes.
• An older individual or couple who want to move to a more structured environment but need assistance in planning and/or executing the move.

Based upon this assessment, care planning recommendations are formulated. Assistance with placement or with obtaining additional in-home services is also available.

FEE: Private-pay at hourly rate ($100.00/hour). Not covered by insurance. We can include a written report and family meeting, if desired.