Case management insider. Family caregivers: a key component of the discharge planning process.

The role of the family caregiver may not be for a short time period. It could go on for months or even years. As case managers, our role is to ensure that we have provided our family caregivers with all the information that they may need to care for their loved one at home or in another care setting. This will take some time, but it is time well spent and will reduce the likelihood that an unnecessary trip to the emergency room will take place. Remind caregivers to know their strengths, limitations and to always be flexible!