Care Manager
Stacy attended Pennsylvania State University and Muhlenberg college where she majored in Individuals and Families throughout their lifespan. Throughout her studies, she has integrated courses focused on enhancing the aging process by incorporating the Arts into daily living for seniors. Prior to moving to Florida Stacy developed programs under collaborative grants for The Department of Human Services in Lehigh County and as a Family Advocate working with at-risk families.
Stacy has been fortunate enough to have spent the last 6 years as a care manager and caregiver for her mother. Additionally, she has managed the overall health and well-being of another close family member. Her dedication and passion for caring for others is truly a part of who she is, as is evident in the profession she has chosen to be a part of.
Stacy believed strongly in balanced and person-centered care as she sees each person as unique with inherent strengths and value, and cares for each individual with dignity and respect.
Stacy joins our teams after working in a senior residential living facility where she developed and facilitated programs to enhance the lives of the senior population she served.
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.
