Attend medical appointments, investigate options, coordinate referrals and act as emergency contact person.
Manage patient care and ensure hospital or facility responsiveness.
Make referrals for community resources like transportation and meals.
Explore nontraditional, holistic, alternative and integrated approaches to health and wellness and promote self advocacy.
Visit individuals in their homes, retirement communities, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities to evaluate needs, address safety concerns, identify resources, organize affairs, provide bedside support, and facilitate participation in physical, social, cultural, and educational activities.
Improve communications between the medical team, client and family. Oversee hospitalizations, discharges and the selection of long-term care.
Perform home safety assessments, coordinate home modifications or repairs, vet and supervise in-home care.
Foster preventative and healthy lifestyle choices through education and coaching, rebuilding strength and restoring self-esteem after extended illness or hospitalization.
Utilize community resources in order to provide the most comprehensive services available.
Assist clients with navigating complex healthcare systems to ensure the best care from the most appropriate provider in a timely and effective manner.
Explore housing options and help select appropriate level of care.
As the designated healthcare agent, serve as the surrogate decision maker and communicator to ensure your healthcare directives are followed.
Complete a detailed assessment of the clients goals, needs and preferences then document a plan of care to follow if called to make or communicate healthcare directives.