Care Coordination
Care Coordination is a specialized form of case management provided by AM/AA; it is funded through ISDH for persons with HIV infection. It consists of goal-oriented activities, which locate, create, facilitate access to and monitor the full range of HIV-related health and human services.
A Care Coordinator will make contact at least monthly to monitor changing needs and the appropriateness of the client’s service plan and offer a case update every three months to keep the client file active and open. Frequency and type of contact are based upon the client’s level of need. A Care Coordinator acts as a liaison between the client and service providers, whether in house programs or referrals, and facilitates implementation of the client’s plan of care according to agreed upon shared responsibilities. The Care Coordinator provides supportive counseling and encouragement when appropriate services cannot be found or have yet to be implemented.
Services include:
If you or someone you know is HIV+ and would like some assistance please call Leeah Hopper at 574-234-2870.
A Care Coordinator will make contact at least monthly to monitor changing needs and the appropriateness of the client’s service plan and offer a case update every three months to keep the client file active and open. Frequency and type of contact are based upon the client’s level of need. A Care Coordinator acts as a liaison between the client and service providers, whether in house programs or referrals, and facilitates implementation of the client’s plan of care according to agreed upon shared responsibilities. The Care Coordinator provides supportive counseling and encouragement when appropriate services cannot be found or have yet to be implemented.
Services include:
- Providing assistance in negotiating complex programs and processes.
- Promoting the early use of health care and resources.
- Educate and support the early use of preventative health care and resources.
- Assisting in securing financial resources including health insurance, employer resources, Food Stamps, SSI, Social Security Disability, medication assistance, state programs, substance abuse and housing programs.
- Linkage to appropriate services and support.
If you or someone you know is HIV+ and would like some assistance please call Leeah Hopper at 574-234-2870.
