What does a geriatric care manager bring to the table? It may seem like an extravagance, but in most situations, having a care manager who can look out for the needs of a loved one is a worthwhile investment. As the baby boomer generation begins to enter its golden years, the role of caretaker gets more convoluted. From adult day care to full-time housing, a care manager knows all the things you don’t about senior services.
Every team needs a committed captain, and Peggy Slade-Sowders knows a thing or two about senior care management.
After 30 years working in the senior care field as a dietician, she suddenly found herself in the role of caregiver, managing her husband’s care as he recovered from a cerebral hemorrhage. This caregiving experience instilled in her a desire to help other families who faced similar situations, suddenly finding themselves responsible for the increasing needs of an ailing or elderly loved one.
