Clinical Guidance and Support in the Comfort of Home with Vanessa Valerio
Led by Vanessa Valerio, RN, GCM, MSg with over 15 years of experience in senior care, we provide clinically guided assessments and support. Our comprehensive Geriatric Assessment helps families make informed decisions, ensuring your loved one receives compassionate care in the comfort of home.
Why an Assessment Matters
- Reduces hospital readmission risks
- Identifies hidden safety hazards
- Clarifies level of care (Medical vs. Non-Medical)
Geriatric Assessment Cases
We conduct in-depth evaluations to answer critical questions about your loved one's future.
Home Viability & Transitions
We evaluate whether a client can safely remain in their own home or if they can return home following a hospitalization, nursing home stay, or rehabilitation.
Care Level Appropriateness
We audit the current situation to determine if the existing level of care and staffing is sufficient, safe, and appropriate for the client's changing needs.
Safety & Equipment Needs
A detailed review of the physical environment to identify necessary modifications, medical equipment, and safety protocols required for secure home care.
Legal & Protective Measures
We provide professional opinions on the necessity of conservatorship or guardianship, often identifying less restrictive alternatives that preserve dignity and autonomy.
The Geriatric Care Manager Process
How we move from uncertainty to a clear, actionable care plan.
Comprehensive Interviews
We speak directly with the client, existing care staff, family members, physicians, and institution staff to build a 360-degree view of the situation.
Medical Record Review
As an RN-led team, we review medical history, medication lists, and clinical notes to understand the full health context.
Home Safety Evaluation/Assessment
We physically inspect your home to determine its condition and outline specific changes needed for safe, comfortable care delivery.
Care Determination
Based on your comprehensive assesment, we will determine the exact level of care required and the specific qualifications needed in a caregiver.
Actionable Recommendations
We complete all necessary forms and provide a clear, written roadmap to the family or Point of Contact (POC) with our professional recommendations.
Real Impact
See how our assessments translate into safer, happier outcomes.
The Complex Discharge
A client recovering from a stroke was being discharged, but the family was unsure if their multi-level home was safe.
We coordinated a hospital bed installation on the ground floor, arranged 24/7 care for the first week, and gradually transitioned to 12-hour support as independence returned.
Resistance to Care
A senior with dementia was refusing help, leading to hygiene issues and caregiver burnout.
Our assessment identified specific triggers for the resistance. We adjusted the care plan to include specialized dementia-trained staff who used 'doing with' instead of 'doing for' techniques, successfully stabilizing the home.
Is Your Loved One Safe at Home?
Don't rely on guesswork. Get a professional Geriatric Assessment to ensure the care plan matches the need.