Transitioning Alabama\'s Loved Ones Home

Article Publication Date:

1/1/2006

Summary:

This report focuses on individuals with Alzheimer's and other dementias. The project instituted a comprehensive system to support enduring changes in the delivery of community-based assistance for Medicaid eligible persons with dementia. The projects two goals: facilitate hospital-to-home transitions for individuals wishing to stay in the community; and field test a nursing home-to-community transition program for eligible individuals. The workbook used in discharge planner training is included.

Topics:

Consumer/Participant Direction; Transition/Diversion from Institutions

Types/Tools:

Reports; Assessments; Checklists; Manuals

Populations:

Aging/Older Adults

Sources:

Grantee produced

Alabama

Programs/Initiatives:

N/A

States: