


Joyce M. Konczyk, LSW 612.227.7414 joycek@helloworld.com |
Joyce M. Konczyk, LSW, Geriatric Care Manager
www.jmkseniorconsults.com
Working with seniors and their families in an acute care setting for many years gave me a deep understanding and compassion for the painful changes that aging brings to a family. Facing these complex challenges takes straightforward talk, courage and love.
I AM A RESOURCE SPECIALIST and ADVOCATE FOR YOU & YOUR LOVED ONES. I've been working with seniors & their families for over 25 years.
WHEN TO CALL A PROFESSIONAL INDEPENDENT GERIATRIC CARE MANAGER:
• When you are overwhelmed with the options or don’t know where to start researching options. • When you are out of town and unable to attend to the needs of your loved one. • When there is a crisis and you need help right away to facilitate change. • When family is conflicted about the direction to take for a loved one’s care. • When an objective opinion is needed to assess a living situation. • When you want a professional to attend a care conference with you or for you. • When you are having difficulty communicating with family members or with the professionals caring for your loved one. • When you are not satisfied with the care your loved one is receiving.
HERE'S HOW I CAN HELP:
*Meet with you and your loved ones at a time and place that is convenient for you *Facilitate conversation about concerns for the future *Provide education about local senior resources *Outline resources for current or future use *Problem-solve troublesome situations *Provide ongoing consultation, care management and support *Encourage communication among family members *Give you my undivided attention Since 2007 I have archived a series of LIVE INTERNET BROADCASTS of interest to seniors & their families. Upon request I can send you a link to any of the shows listed below. Please call or send an e-mail to get on my distribution list for upcoming live webcasts. THANK-YOU.
4/29/09: POA and Health Care Directives with Terrie Lewis, JD 4/2/09: Validation Method of Communicating with Persons with Dementia with Naomi Feil 3/2/09: TimeSlips Creative Storytelling Project with Dr. Anne D. Basting 2/17/09: Veterans’ Aid and Attendance Benefits with Mary Frances Price, JD 2/3/09: Validation Method with Rosemary Golias & Dr. Craig Solberg 10/28/08: Legacy Issues with Bernie Saunders, author of "The Grace of Ordinary Days” 10/15/08: WiseLife Press and SeniVision with Janet Louise Gibson & Barb Rode 3/5/08: Long Term Care Insurance with Garwin Lenander 1/29/08: Geriatric Care Management with Mike Justin, Eldercare Consultants; Mary Bornong, Volunteers of America of MN; and Kathleen Dempsey, Pathfinder/Rent a Daughter 10/23/07: Seniors & Technology with Lisa Schmidtke 9/11/07: Consumer Directed Community Supports with Sandy Kasprzak from Partners in Community Supports; & Kris Maser, JD 7/18/07: Veterans' Benefits, Eligibility & Programs with Kris Maser, JD 6/13/07: Medical Assistance 102, more of the basics with Kris Maser, JD 5/9/07: Medical Assistance 101, the basics with Kris Maser, JD 4/24/07: Leadership with Cathy Clairmont (SPSWA), Stephanie Alen (SWIM) & Paul Blom (MASWA) 4/17/07: Bernie Saunders on his book "The Grace of Ordinary Days" 4/10/07: Wills & Trusts with Kris Maser, JD 3/28/07: Reverse Mortgages with Beth Paterson 3/14/07: Housing with Toby Mullenger, Eldercare Advisor with A Place for Mom 3/7/07: Health Care Directives & POA with Kris Maser, JD 2/15/07: Taking Care of Mom, Advanced Planning for our Elders with Kris Maser, JD
********************************************************** Joyce M. Konczyk, LSW Professional Independent Geriatric Care Management
Contact me to discuss your concerns about a loved one, for a brochure, fee schedule, bio and/or request to be informed of upcoming LIVE Internet webcasts.
Email us at: joycek@helloworld.com
Visit us at: http://www.helloworld.com/joycek |
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