Geriatric Transitions of Care

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Michael Chua, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, CCI, SFS Related seminars and products

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Dr. Michael Chua is a Physical Therapist practicing in Northwest Tennessee. His clinical interest involves pain management, geriatrics and dementia management. He enjoys treating geriatric patients and bringing out the best in them using positive treatment approaches. His dynamic work setting in a rural area provides an opportunity to treat a wide range from geriatrics to orthopedics. He is also the chief inspirational officer for TN Therapy Outsource, LLC and GeriHab Physical Therapy and Wellness, and the author of Misunderstanding Dementia, Time to Fly, 365 Daily Tips for Dementia Caregivers, Caregivers Freedom Journal, and 10+ books.

He received his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from University of Perpetual Help at Rizal in 1999, and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at University of Incarnate Word at Texas in 2014, wherein he graduated Cum Laude. He is a Certified Clinical Instructor, a Certified Dementia Practitioner, and a Senior Fitness Specialist. He is a member of American Physical Therapist Association, Tennessee Physical Therapy Association, National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners, International Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners, Academy of Filipino-American Physical Therapists, and The National Academy of Sports Medicine. Michael stays up to date with the latest physical therapy and dementia re-direction techniques by attending various continuing education seminars to provide evidence-based and cost-effective treatment.

He also runs a twice a week show called "Alternative Healthcare Careers for Rehab Professionals" every Tuesday and Thursday, and he has grown that group to 30,000 plus members. He also Moderates a group called "Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group" with 35,000 members, and teaches his certification course called "Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care", the required course to be a Certified Dementia Practitioner through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

Dr. Michael is married to Puppen and are proud parents to Alyssa, Akeisha and Izaiah. Currently, Michael and his family live in Martin, Tennessee.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Michael Chua has employment relationships with TN Therapy Outsource, LLC, TN Health Management, and Intrepid, USA. He is a podcast host and trainer and receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Chua receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Michael Chua is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

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Objectives

1. Educate patients and their families about the benefits and services offered at Assisted Living and nursing homes, emphasizing the specialized care and support available for their specific needs. 
2. Collaborate with home health care providers to develop personalized transition plans, ensuring a smooth transfer of care and continuity of services for patients as they move from home health to Assisted Living and eventually to a nursing home. 
3. Analyze comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physical, emotional, and cognitive health of patients, identifying any potential barriers or challenges that may arise during the transition process within their scope of practice. 
4. Practice open communication and coordination among healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers, to ensure a seamless transition and optimal care coordination for patients throughout their journey. 
5. Incorporate support and guidance to patients and their families during the transition period, addressing any concerns or questions they may have and providing resources and referrals to community services to enhance their overall well-being. 

Outline

What are the Different Care Settings to Discharge our Geriatric Clients to? 

• Community Based Care 
• Home Health Care 
• Assisted Living Facility 
• Skilled Nursing Facility 

• Community-Based Care 
  • Older adults with disabilities can live at home with the help of their family and some special programs (I.e. home health) 
• Home Health Care 
  • "Home health care" includes services such as: 
  • House calls that physicians, nurse practitioners, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech pathologist and physician assistants make to a person’s home. 
  • Care that nurses, personal care aides, and rehabilitation therapists provide in the home of people with medical needs. These staff often work for home health agencies. 
  • Modifications to the home and technologies that help people with medical needs and disabilities carry out daily activities. 
• Assisted Living Facilities 
  • Sometimes, an older adult needs more help with personal care than they can get at home from family, other caregivers, or home-based formal support programs.  
  • Assisted living are for these older adults, who needs care that cannot be met in their home, but they do not yet require skilled nursing services available all the time.  
  • This option can provide help to an older adult while protecting their privacy and independence. 
• Skilled Nursing Facility 
  • Skilled nursing homes provide medical, health, and personal care, as well as supervision to people who need it. Nursing home residents generally have severe illness, disability, or cognitive impairment (problems with thinking, learning, or memory). 
  • The Federal government sets quality standards for nursing homes that serve people who have Medicare or Medicaid coverage. These rules require that nursing homes provide skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and other types of therapies that people may need. State licensure of nursing homes generally follows the federal standards. 
  • Note that the Federal government doesn’t regulate assisted-living and these homes don’t have to offer skilled nursing services like nursing homes do. States regulate assisted living and their rules vary across the country. 

Target Audience

• Nurse Practitioners
• Advance Practice Registered Nurses
• Nurses
• Physician Assistants
• Occupational Therapists
• Physical Therapists
• Speech Language Pathologists
• Nursing Home Administrators
• Social Workers