LifeSpan Care Management Blog
How to Talk to Your Aging Parents About Their Limitations
As our parents age, we may start to notice a gradual decline in their ability to do things on their own — whether it’s managing their health care, keeping up their home, or staying socially connected. Initiating conversations about these limitations and figuring out a...
How Is Case Management Different from Therapy?
When you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health challenge, there are numerous services available to help you navigate obstacles and move forward in recovery. Two key components frequently recommended by health care providers are case management and therapy....
Benefits for Senior Citizens and Long-Term Care in New Jersey
As we age, securing proper health care, financial stability, and daily living supports becomes more important. For seniors and people needing long-term care in New Jersey, there are numerous programs designed to ease financial burdens, provide health services, and...
What is Targeted Case Management?
Targeted Case Management (TCM) in mental health is a specialized, patient-centered form of case management designed for individuals—children, adolescents, or adults—living with serious mental illness or emotional disorders. It's not about general population check-ins;...
Chronic Care Management and Holistic Therapies
Managing chronic health conditions can be complex, often requiring ongoing attention, coordination, and personalized care. Implementing Chronic Care Management (CCM) is a strategic approach designed to improve health outcomes, enhance patient quality of life, and...
What Are Patient Advocates and How Can They Help?
Navigating the healthcare system can often feel overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating, especially when dealing with complex medical conditions, multiple specialists, insurance issues, or unfamiliar treatment options. This is where patient advocates come into play....
What is the ACO Model in Healthcare?
In recent years, the landscape of healthcare has undergone a significant transformation, driven by a growing emphasis on improving patient outcomes while controlling costs. One of the most notable innovations in this shift is the introduction and expansion of...
Quality of Care: What Does That Mean for Aging Adults?
Quality of care is more than just a buzzword—it is the very foundation of how we ensure that aging adults continue to live with dignity, comfort, and safety as their health needs evolve. For seniors and their families, understanding what “quality of care” really means...
What is Health Advocacy and What Do They Do?
In the complex, fast-paced world of American healthcare, navigating insurance plans, treatment options, provider networks, and costs can feel overwhelming—especially for older adults, individuals living with chronic illness, or families facing sudden medical crises....
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM): Telehealth in Managing Chronic Conditions
As healthcare continues to evolve, one of the most impactful innovations in chronic care management is Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM). This technology, which enables patients and healthcare providers to stay connected in real time from the comfort of home, is...
What to Expect from Hospice Care: Compassion, Comfort, and Dignity
Facing a terminal illness is an emotional and challenging journey, both for the patient and their loved ones. Hospice care is designed to bring comfort, dignity, and peace during this time, ensuring that patients receive compassionate, personalized care in their final...
AI in Chronic Care Management: How Technology is Improving Patient Monitoring and Predictive Healthcare
Managing chronic conditions requires continuous monitoring, timely interventions, and personalized care plans. Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing chronic care management by enhancing patient monitoring, improving early detection, and enabling predictive...