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6 Tips for Returning Home Safely from the Hospital
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6 Tips for Returning Home Safely from the Hospital

Being released from the hospital is (normally) a good thing, but it can also be a surprisingly dangerous and stressful transition. A person leaving a hospital and returning to their home is moving from a very controlled and sterile environment into one that isn’t designed for an injured or ill person. Here are some important…

How a Geriatric Care Manager ‘Runs Interference’
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How a Geriatric Care Manager ‘Runs Interference’

Geriatric Care Managers act as a neutral party in medical situations. Individuals and families use them (in part) to discuss difficult matters, formulate strategic plans, and coordinate the necessary next steps. Geriatric Care Managers connect the dots between providers and clients, i.e., physicians, lawyers, financial planners, and even family members. When trauma, injury, or illness…