Personalized Planning

Sharyn Russell’s personalized planning involves several steps:

• Assess the unique care needs- financial, legal, medical, social, emotional, family- of each elder.
• Identify needs and resources for supportive home or community services and housing or residential options.
• Consult with elder, family members, physicians and other involved parties.
• Based on knowledge of resources, make recommendations for a plan of care.
• Offer guidance in identifying alternative housing options.
• Facilitate transitions.
• Monitor care and adjust plan as changes occur.
• Evaluate care provided by facilities or at home.
• Maintain strong lines of communication with family members and service providers to ensure adequate care and reduce stress.