Interventions Inc., Elder Care Manager Serving the Whole Family

<p> <h2> About INTERVENTIONS INC. <p> William V. Fitzpatrick</h2> <p> Interventions Inc. was established in 1989. Its mission is to work with families and corporations in assisting people with their problems. <p> William V. Fitzpatrick, principal of Interventions Inc., has been a social worker for over 25 years. His experience includes elder care management, working in both NORCS (naturally occurring retirement communities) and senior day care centers; family and corporate consultations, alcohol and drug treatment. <p> He has traveled extensively throughout the United States, as a consultant to corporations, in the design and development of employee assistance programs. <p> Bill Fitzpatrick has a Master's Degree from Fordham University School of Social Work and is a Certified Social Worker. He graduated from Hunter College's nationally recognized Brookdale Center on Aging, majoring in Geriatric Care Management. <p> Mr. Fitzpatrick is a member of the National Association of Social Workers; National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers; NYC Chapter of the Gerontological Social Work Committee and Employee Assistance Professional Association. <p> <h2> You May Need Assistance If You Are Caring For An Elderly Person And...</h2> <p> considering leaving your job; cutting back on work hours; thinking about changing careers; passing up promotions; talking on the phone for long periods of time in an attempt to stabilize the situation of a loved one; <p> concerned about other family members; i.e. siblings not contributing to the care of an elderly loved one, either in time or money; <p> experiencing more stress because you have conflicting responsibilities to your family, elderly loved one and job; <p> upset because you live far away and it's difficult to assess what's going on with the older person. <h2> How Can We Help? Interventions will provide a comprehensive assessment of your loved one to determine their options:</h2> <p> The ability to stay at home alone <p> Remain at home with assistance <p> Reside at an assisted living facility <p> Reside in a nursing home <p> We look for solutions with the least disruption to the elderly person's lifestyle. <p> An individual care plan will be developed, identifying the necessary resources available to maintain the health and well-being of your loved one. <p> We will be your eyes and ears. You will be contacted on a regular basis with updates on your loved one. <h2>Our Services </h2> <p> Develop a comprehensive assessment and care plan, identifying the elderly's needs, eligibility and entitlements; <p> Liaison for long-distance care givers; <p> Patient advocacy at home, hospital, nursing home, or social agencies; <p> Crisis intervention; <p> Coordinate health care appointments, or make arrangements for companion to accompany elderly; <p> Identify available resources for home care and monitor care providers for quality assurance; <p> Family education and consultation; <p> Provide accounting services: i.e. paying bills; bank reconciliations; etc.; <p> Corporate consultation and education. <p> How do you know when an elderly loved-one needs help? Here are some <h2>WARNING SIGNS</h2> <p> Frail Incontinent Difficulty ambulating Poor hygiene (body odor or unkempt) Repeated falls (black and blue marks) Abusing alcohol or drugs <p> Socially isolated Physically / verbally abusive Mood swings Depressed Hiding / hoarding "things" Delusions / hallucinations <p> Leaving stove on Confused or memory lapses Wanders off at night Can't find their way home Little or no recognition of family members or friends <p> Unopened mail Unpaid bills Utilities turned off Loses money or credit cards Cannot account for spending Unable to balance checkbook <p> If your loved one is living in an unsafe environment and their physical and emotional health is in jeopardy... it's time to get help!