Program Profile
This program is designed for seniors and others who need a coordinated plan to utilize a variety of community services in order to remain independent and in their homes. Many Care Management clients are frail, have recently been discharged from a hospital and/or are in immediate danger of being placed in a nursing facility. The program consults with family members and others who may be assisting in arranging a plan for care.

Steps to Arrange Care
The first step is a detailed assessment of the client in order to determine which services might be needed. This is performed by Care Management staff, which includes skilled social services and medical professionals. The next step is to evaluate the availability of family members and friends along with volunteers in the community who might assist the client.

The third step is to review all appropriate community care programs, many of which are funded by the state and federal governments, in order to make direct referrals.

Finally, Care Management arranges and monitors (when necessary) the delivery of these services.

Eligibility
Care Management eligibility may be based on one or more of the following requirements: age, disability, income and residential status.

Costs and Assistance
This program was originally designed to meet the needs of seniors who are eligible for Medicaid, Medi-Cal and certified eligible for immediate placement in either an Immediate Level Care or Skilled Nursing Care (nursing home) facility. Seniors meeting these criteria usually qualify for program funding assistance through Medi-Cal. It is important to note that overall funding from Medi-Cal is limited and other sources of funding for Care Management and community programs may be required.

Today care management can be made available to any senior or disabled person provided that funding, whether through a public, private or personal source can be arranged. Please let us consult with you on available options.

For more information please contact the Council on Aging
In Santa Clara:1-800-510-2020. Outside area call: 408-296-8290.