Thursday, February 14, 2008

OUR PHILOSOPHY

To enhance the quality of life for the elderly by promoting:

Independence
Control
Wellness

The aging process often affects the entire family emotionally, physically, financially and psychologically. AGING WELL works closely with the family unit to establish a course of action tailored to meet everyone’s individual needs.

Whether the family lives across the street or across the country, AGING WELL ensures that the clients receive the very best care and are treated as part of the AGING WELL family.

Targeting to keep the older adult safe at home or as independent as possible while efficiently managing the cost of services, AGING WELL brings greater quality to the lives of its clients and their families. If the client is no longer able to remain at home, AGING WELL assists in determining housing options and remains an active advocate for the client in his/her new environment.

OUR CLIENTS

♥ Older Adults
♥ Concerned Families and Friends
♥ Children living out of town
♥ Attorneys and Conservators
♥ Trust Officers
♥ Providers of Health Care
♥ Senior Housing Communities

QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH ENHANCED INDEPENDENCE

AGING WELL provides:

♥ Comprehensive assessments to determine the optimal care and housing plan.
♥ Resources to assist the client in maintaining the highest level of independence.
♥ Crisis intervention with 24 hour/day availability.
♥ Surrogate for family members when they are out of the St. Louis area.

QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH ENHANCED CONTROL

AGING WELL provides:

♥ Partnering with client and family for medical, financial, legal, and insurance issues.
♥ Liaison for intra-family or service- related communications.
♥ Resources and referrals aimed at anticipating problems and unnecessary costs.
♥ Advocating and on-going support for the aging person and family.

QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH ENHANCED WELLNESS

AGING WELL provides:

♥ Case coordination to maintain optimal state of health.
♥ Care plan for exercise, physical therapy and wellness activities.
♥ On site or telephone monitoring and reassurance.
♥ Pharmacological review of medication

PAYING THE BILL

Certain physical therapy, counseling, and care management services may be covered by Medicare and private insurance. AGING WELL works closely with you to discuss reimbursement and payment issues up front. Where possible, we will take care of insurance billing and related paper work. Our goal is to significantly reduce the hassle of dealing with these issues. This takes time, attention to detail, and knowledge of the complexities of insurance and reimbursement policies. While we bill for our time and services, you will save your own time and energy, and have the comfort that professionals are working with you in these important matters.

THE ST. LOUIS AREA

Serving the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan Area, AGING WELL provides assessments and care in the comfort of the client’s chosen environment. Among our clients are adult children whose parents can effectively use our services. Referrals and resources for areas outside of St. Louis are available.

AROUND THE CLOCK

We are available 24 hours a day to meet emergency and telephone assurance needs. Whether you are in St. Louis or out of town, our goal is to take the worry out of caring for loved ones and bring added quality to the lives of our clients.

THE TEAM

AGING WELL provides a team of geriatric specialists who act as your advocates and bring a unique blend of professionalism and compassion to the care of your loved one and you.

AGING WELL is sensitive to cultural diversity. Services are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, or age.