Kate Thaisz

Experience

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  Alzheimer's Association®

  May 2003 - Jul 2004

  Program Administrator
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  Connecticut Community Care, Inc.

  Dec 2005 - Aug 2008

  Care Manager
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  Mercy Community Health

  Jan 2009 - May 2011

  Director of Performance Improvement
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  Law Offices of Sharon L. Pope, LLC

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Gerontologist and Community Relations
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  Self Employed

  May 2012 - Jul 2015

  Geriatric Care Manager Consultant

  Served as a geriatric care manager on an as needed basis. Services included but aren't limited to:Advisement on Medicare regulationsBenefit analysis and applications including Veteran's benefits, Medicaid, etc.Facility placementDischarge from hospital / nursing homePlans of care Home care services Hospice careFamily caregiver coaching Interaction with third parties (doctors, nurses, social workers, attorneys, hospital staff, assisted living and nursing home staff)Conservatorships Show less

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  Sage Solutions, LLC

  Aug 2015 - Sept 2017

  Care Manager

  Worked with individuals and families with the goal of optimizing the quality of life and well being of the older adult:Assessment and monitoringPlanning and problem-solvingEducation and advocacyFamily caregiver coaching We can assisted with decisions surrounding:Housing: downsizing, de-cluttering, transitioning to a communityLegal/Financial: referrals to qualified, vetted attorneys & financial advisorsCare: determining appropriate level of care and setting (in home, assisted living, skilled, memory care)Peace of Mind: acting as eyes and ears for long distance care giversMedical: attending doctor appointmentsCommunication: keeping family members and others apprised as to any changes in statusSocialization: creating a customized plan to enhance life enrichment and social engagementMemory Impairment: special expertise in working with individuals with dementia Helped families:set prioritiesreview their optionsmake informed decisionsimplement solutionsand, ultimately, feel a sense of relief Show less