Griswold Home Care for Worcester offers professional care management and coordination services for seniors to clients in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. Serving the local community, the organization specializes in coordinating medical, social, and daily living services for older adults.
A geriatric care manager (also called an aging life care expert) assesses a senior's needs, develops care plans, coordinates medical and social services, and provides ongoing oversight. They serve as a professional advocate for seniors and a resource for families.
Geriatric care managers in New England typically charge $100-250 per hour. An initial assessment may cost $300-800. Ongoing care management is billed hourly as needed. Insurance rarely covers these services, but they can save money by preventing unnecessary hospitalizations.