Скачать или смотреть Understanding PACE: How It Supports Seniors in Aging at Home with Georgia Kornblatt, MSN, RN

In this episode of Elder Care Insights, host Lee Berkowitz welcomes Georgia Kornblatt, MSN, RN, a dedicated healthcare professional and the Regional Program Director of Kinship Health. With extensive experience in patient advocacy and long-term care, Georgia shares her insights into improving patient outcomes and supporting families in navigating the complexities of senior care.

Georgia provides an in-depth look at the PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) model, explaining its goals and how it enables seniors to remain in their own homes while avoiding nursing home placement. Drawing from her rich background, Georgia discusses her journey in the PACE field, starting as a surveyor for the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and eventually working with three different PACE programs before joining Kinship Health in Florida.

Throughout the episode, Lee and Georgia highlight the similarities between the National Age and Place Council and the PACE program, both dedicated to offering alternatives to nursing home care and enhancing the quality of life for the elderly. Tune in to learn more about the valuable services PACE provides and its profound impact on senior care.

Key Topics Covered:

• What is PACE and how does it help seniors?
• Georgia Kornblatt's journey in the PACE field
• The role of patient advocacy in long-term care
• Alternatives to nursing home care
• Enhancing the quality of life for the elderly

Join us for this informative discussion and discover how PACE is changing the landscape of senior care!

Connect with Georgia Kornblatt:
Website: www.npaonline.org
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-kornblatt

Timestamps
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:05:30 - Benefits of PACE Program
00:10:15 - Kinship Health Expansion
00:16:07 - Behavioral Health Support
00:20:07 - Networking and Community Engagement
00:25:30 - Communication within PACE Team
00:31:11 - Impact on Families and Caregivers
00:36:29 - Legal and Financial Assistance in PACE Program
00:37:17 - Best Day in Healthcare
00:38:48 - Eligibility and Contact Information