Currently, there are tens of millions of men and women, serving as family caregivers and this number is also expected to rise steadily. These "Sandwich Generation" family caregivers serve as a critical component. 1 in 4 households, (25%), take on the role of providing care for family members and/or friends.

ComPsych Corporation released their Personal Time Index SM, (April, 2007), which documented “Days off for "Sandwich Generation" caregivers “those who care for both children and elders – increased by almost 22 % in the last year, from 16.4 average days off to 20.”

The caregiver's role often evolves over time and often takes on more and more responsibilities, not realizing how involved he or she has become. For others, care giving comes in a time of crisis, unplanned and unexpected. A sudden illness can turn an independent person into someone who needs assistance on a daily basis, dramatically effecting the entire family system.

I specialize in working with elders, persons experiencing chronic or acute illness, their families and caregivers. Some specific issues addressed are: positive adjustment to aging and/or illness, caregiver stress, family cohesiveness and coordination of medical and other care, as needed.

As both a Clinician and Care Coordinator, I attend to the needs and desires of all involved. Based on a comprehensive assessment, recommendations are made for the setup and monitoring of a multitude of supportive services including:

• Clinical Counseling

• Development of individualized care plans in    conjunction with physicians orders

• In-home safety evaluations

• Assist in screening of in-home caretakers and    other services, required or requested.

• Act as liaison for family members, such as "Snow    Bird" elders, and their children living out of state.

• Provide, when requested, referrals to other    professionals such as physicians, attorneys and    alternative living situations

[Fees are discussed at time of initial consultation]