Geriatric Consultation Service
Download our brochure (pdf ~250kb)Our Mission
To provide comprehensive assessment, education and planning for elders and/or their families, and to provide geriatric stage of life education to the community at large.
- Bergen County has the largest number of persons age 60+ in the State of NJ. Consequently, County leadership has recognized that a large group of baby boomers are finding themselves for the first time needing information to meet the care needs of their parents, and prospectively, themselves.
- For National Senior Citizen Month in May 2006, County Executive Dennis McNerney called for a focus on "quality life issues necessary for maintaining health and well being as one ages" and used the equation:
Independence + Dignity + Choice = Healthy Aging
Are you the 1 in 4 who has a relative who is growing older and showing signs of change?
You are not alone. When an elderly family member exhibits changes that are uncharacteristic and affect their ability to maintain their independence and/or care for themselves, concern and confusion result. There are many unanswered questions. Vantage's Geriatric Consultation Service is available to explore those questions and help you find the answers.
How We Can Help You
Vantage Health System has a 30 year reputation for excellence in geriatric services. Building on that history, our experienced geriatric staff will share their expertise to advise you about the changes which occur during this stage of life and in making the best choices that help your loved one and your particular family situation.
You can expect us to:
- Assess the changes
- Evaluate your loved one's needs
- Explore with you options for care
- Assist in the referral and coordination of services
- Provide counseling, if necessary, to assist in understanding the changes which are occurring within the family and affect family members of every age.
Fee
Hourly fee based service
Contact
Nancy Bortinger, LCSW
Director, Geriatric Services
201-384-7734
nbortinger@vantagenj.org
Location
Consultations can take place at our Dumont office, or at a more convenient location of family choice.
