TimeSaver Plus®
Our TimeSaver Plus nationwide Elder Care Resource and Referral Service reduces the research time, legwork, and worry associated with resolving elder care situations. Our referral specialists educate you about resources and options available for your older loved ones, regardless of where they live in the country. Studies have shown that this service saves between 15 and 20 hours of legwork—two full working days! Here’s how the service works:
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Initiate the service by completing the online elder care referral request form (below). Over the phone, the elder care specialist will assess your caregiving situation and listen compassionately to your needs and concerns.
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The specialist will guide you to resources that would be helpful in your caregiving situation. Support is also provided on issues including: coping with stress, communicating with family members about care needs, understanding complicated subjects such as Medicare and legal issues, and more.
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The specialist conducts a customized database search to identify providers and services that meet your criteria, anywhere in the country. The specialist calls the providers to verify the information and inquire about any special issues of interest to you. Within two working days, the specialist sends you detailed profiles of at least three to five providers/services that meet your specific needs. Categories include nursing homes, assisted living facilities, senior centers, adult day care, recreation, health care, home health agencies, transportation, meal/nutrition programs, legal aid, entitlements, and much more. You also receive a comprehensive handbook plus other helpful materials tailored to your specific issues.
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Within 10 days, your specialist will call you to check on the progress of your search. If necessary, she will continue to counsel you on options, conduct additional research, and provide more referrals during the time period.
Fee: $195/half-year (a family may use the service as many times as necessary during the 6-month period)
Check with your Human Resources Department to determine whether your employer provides this service as a free employee benefit. Many employers have found that providing work/life benefits increases loyalty and morale, improves productivity, and reduces absenteeism.
