Care Manager
Carolann brings over 20 years of robust experience in care management, with a decisive focus on advocating for aging adults as an investigator and protective service advocate for the past decade.
After earning her degree, Carolann relocated to Boston and launched her career as a social worker. She holds a BS in Criminal Justice and Social Work, complemented by certification in end-of-life care. Throughout her career, Carolann has guided numerous families and clients through the complexities of end-of-life planning.
Renowned for her high energy and relentless approach, Carolann is fiercely committed to care management and advocacy. Her passion for working with aging elders stems from deeply personal experiences and cherished family connections.
In her free time, Carolann prioritizes quality moments with her adult children and teenage son. She actively pursues hobbies such as cooking, gardening, DIY projects, and hiking with her dog. Additionally, she volunteers at the Marge Crispin Center, delivering food and provisions to aging elders in her community. During the COVID pandemic, Carolann spearheaded a volunteer initiative to engage with aging elders at senior housing complexes, facilitating meaningful interactions through conversation, card games, and crafting activities. This program proved invaluable, significantly enhancing the mental health and well-being of the participants.
Carolann is resolute in her mission to be a fierce advocate for those unable to speak for themselves.
According to the Aging Life Care® Association website, An Aging Life Care Professional, also known as a geriatric care manager, is a health and human services specialist who acts as a guide and advocate for families who are caring for older relatives or disabled adults. The Aging Life Care Professionals® is educated and experienced in any of several fields related to Aging Life Care / care management, including, but not limited to counseling, gerontology, mental health, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, or social work; with a specialized focus on issues related to aging and elder care.The Aging Life Care Professional assists clients in attaining their maximum functional potential. The individual’s independence is encouraged, while safety and security concerns are also addressed. Aging Life Care Professionals are able to address a broad range of issues related to the well-being of their client. They also have extensive knowledge about the costs, quality, and availability of resources in their communities.
Patients we accept include:
- Older adults with or without the support of nearby relatives.
- Older adults who need help with everyday tasks, but don't require nursing care.
- Patients suffering from dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
- Older adults struggling with complex medical needs.
Care Managers can be nurses, social workers, physical therapists, psychologists or other related professionals and are typically licensed in their specialty.
Our geriatric care management (GCM) services are private-pay. Medicare/insurance does not cover GCM services, and we do not accept Medicaid. Depending on individual policies, some long-term care (LTC) policies will cover the cost (in part or in whole) of GCM services. Please check with your LTC company regarding your policy prior to scheduling an appointment.
A care management client assessment is a comprehensive psychosocial tool that care managers utilize to evaluate an individual’s medical, emotional, mental and physical health in order to develop a coordinated plan to maximize overall health with aging.
Aging Life Care Association is the professional organization for professional care managers.
