Article Publication Date:
11/1/2009
Summary:
Read the evaluation report of a training project for case management agencies that coordinate home care and Medicaid waiver services for older residents (Aging Services Access Points). The curriculum encouraged a shift in philosophy and explained the roles of consumers and case managers guided by a consumer-directed philosophy. Results indicated that the regional training was highly effective in achieving its goals. Detailed information about methods of training and evaluation are included.
Topics:
Consumer/Participant Direction
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Direct Care Workforce
Sources:
Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
Programs/Initiatives:
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States:
Keywords:
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regional training; EA; case manager; Center for the Study of Home and Community Life; Boston College Consultant Training Program; pre-test/post-test;
Contact
Emma Quach
UMass Medical School, Commonwealth Medicine
Phone:
508-856-8112
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/52637