Continuum of Care Options

For the last eleven years we have had 10,000 Americans each day turning age 65. This trend will continue for another 9 years. At the same time, the fastest growing segment of the population is over the age of 95. We are living longer but with chronic medical conditions. And those over age 85 are six times more likely to need help. At the same time, the number of children and family available to assist is shrinking. In response, a growing number of services have evolved to meet those increasing needs. Continuum of care refers to a comprehensive plan of care that adjusts to the needs of those cared for over a period of time. It addresses a variety of aspects, levels and intensity of care. It includes, but is not limited to, medical needs. From a services perspective, it refers to growing levels of care. With more than 22 years of experience in this fast growing industry of continuum of care services, my guest, Melissa Spiers, will join me to discuss the continuum of care options available to older adults. We will discuss what levels of care are available, the different type of care settings and what is typically provided.