"What is the difference between a Daily Money Manager and a Geriatric Care Manager? I not sure which professional I need for my parents. Please advise."

Answer:  Daily Money Managers involve themselves in the tedious job of bill paying for their clients.  This may include paying what ever bills are due, making bank deposits, organizing any and all tax information and preparing it for the accountant, negotiating with creditors as needed, making referrals to lawyers, etc. as is necessary.  They are available to assist the elderly as well as the baby boomers.

Geriatric Care Managers provide assistance to patients/clients and their family members, caring for their physical health needs, mental health needs as arises, assisting with medical visits, explaining anything that was not completely understood by the client/patient as related by a doctor.  Assistance is also given to locate  housing, if necessary, to assist with financial problems or to locate a qualified professional who will take care of financial matters.  Generally what ever the need of the requesting family and or members, the G C M will take care of or provide information to fulfill that need.

www.ElderCareMatters.com includes both of these professional services on its website – a site that receives about 15,000 -20,000 visits per month and helps families across America plan for and deal with their issues of aging.

Barbara Faust, RN, BSN, MHA, GCM
Angels in the Outfields, LLC
East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
570-982-1138