"The caregiver was always respectful of my parent's privacy and their lifestyle yet never neglecting the care that was needed. She learned their food preferences and took delight in learning new recipes and ways of preparing meals."

Mike S.
Gig Harbor, WA

Geriatric Care Management

Our Geriatric Care Managers are health and human services professional who specialize in issues relating to aging and the elderly. Professionally trained to work with older and chronically ill adults and their families, Sound Options' Geriatric Care Managers are experienced advocates capable of managing complex situations and finding positive solutions for all care concerns.

As part of our service to you, our Geriatric Care Managers will:

Provide clear options and support for critical family decisions
Advocate for loved ones to ensure the best possible care
Liaison with physicians and other involved professionals
Practice a personalized care approach
Anticipate and respond to family needs and wishes
Provide pro-active solutions that relieve the stress of caring for elder or chronically ill family members

Please contact us for more information.

A Brief History of Geriatric Care Management

In 1985 the National Association of Private Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) was founded. Initially formed as a Trade Association to support the businesses of the "pioneers" of this profession, it soon evolved into a professional association whose primary purpose became advancing the profession. At this point the name was changed from "Private Geriatric Care Managers" to "Professional Geriatric Care Managers".

Using a holistic model, Care Management now responds to a wide range of issues including legal, financial, medical, social, housing, family and personal needs. Aging parents with care needs often find themselves living far from their adult children (most of whom are Baby Boomers, the largest demographic group today), increasing the importance of addressing distance caregiving needs. Care Management is a natural fit to fill the gap of distance caregiving, by being the "eyes and ears" for distant family members.

NAPGCM has grown from 50 members in 1985 to over 2000. Mary Lynn Pannen was the president of this organization in 2007. NAPGCM continues to meet the demands of the changing healthcare landscape through planning, education, and communication with its members and the public.