Frequently Asked Questions
Who and what is a GCM? GCM Qualifications Continuing Education Membership
Publications PR & Marketing Conferences & Events
Who and what is a GCM?
Q: What is a Geriatric Care Manager? How do I find a GCM? Do I really need a GCM?
A: Answers to all these questions can by found by going to our "Find a Care Manager" page and clicking on the topics on the left hand navigation bar.
GCM Qualifications
Q: Are GCMs licensed professionals?
A: Many Geriatric Care Managers are licensed in their individual specialties as required by state laws, i.e. nursing, social work, psychology, etc. NAPGCM's members are committed to rigorous Standards of Practice and a Pledge of Ethics. They meet high standards set for each membership category, through verified formal education, work experience, and related industry certifications. Consumers can depend on NAPGCM members to represent excellence in elder care.
Q: Why certification?
A: Certification ensures a level of professional quality.
Q: What are the specific NAPGCM-approved certifications?
A: Currently there are four NAPGCM-approved certifications: Care Manager Certified (CMC), offered by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers (NACCM); Certified Case Manager (CCM), offered by the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC), and Certified Social Worker Case Manager (C-SWCM) and Certified Advanced Social Worker in Case Management (C-ASWCM), offered by the National Association of Social Workers.
Q: Does a Certificate in Geriatric Care Management from an educational institution fulfill the NAPGCM requirement to be certified?
A: No, Certificates in Geriatric Care Management are not uniform in their requirements, nor do they require the same levels of education and work experience that are required by the four NAPGCM-approved certifications.
Continuing Education
Q: Does NAPGCM offer Continuing Education opportunities?
A: Yes, NAPGCM offers CEUs credits at their annual spring conference, in pre-sessions and the NACCM CMC Review Course intensive. In 2010 NAPGCM begins a series of Webinars that will also provide CEUs.
Q: What types of CEUs are available?
A: NAPGCM applies for credit in Social Work, Nursing, Care Management, Case Management, California MFT, and National Guardianship.
Membership
Q: How many kinds of memberships do you have?
A: Several. To learn more, click here.
Q: How do I join?
A: Submit your application and supporting documents. Click here for application.
Q: Can I join a chapter at the same time?
A: You will automatically be assigned a chapter membership according to your business location when you join NAPGCM. If you would like to join a different chapter, or join additional chapters, you may do so by making a request in writing to NAPGCM.
Q: Where do I learn more about my chapter and whom do I contact?
A: Chapter information is available on the NAPGCM Web site. www.caremanager.org, You will find each Chapter Presidents contact information and the links to each chapter’s website.
Publications
Q: Can I advertise in your publications? Who do I talk to?
A: The media kit is available by clicking here. If you have any questions, please contact Terry Alexander, Executive Assistant at (520) 881-8008 or at talexander@kellencompany.com.
Q: I’d like to write an article. I’d like you to review my book. Who do I talk to?
A: Contact Terry Alexander, Executive Assistant at (520) 881-8008 or at talexander@kellencompany.com. She will send your ideas/articles on to the editorial board.
Public Relations and Marketing
Q: How can my group request a speaker to talk to us about geriatric care management?
A: Go to the Web site, www.caremanager.org, and click on “Learn more about Geriatric Care Management.” You’ll see “Newsroom” in the drop down menu. Click on it. Click on the last item on the left menu bar, “Request a Speaker.”
Q: How do I learn what has been written about geriatric care management?
A: Go to the Web site, www.caremanager.org, and click on “Learn more about Geriatric Care Management.” Click on “Newsroom” in the drop down menu.
Conferences and Events
Q: Where can I find schedules for conferences and events?
A: Go to the Web site, www.caremanager.org, and click on “Learn more about Geriatric Care Management.” Click on “Conferences and Events” in the drop down menu.
Q: What educational programs does NAPGCM offer and when are they scheduled?
A: NAPGCM hosts one annual conference each spring, and an Advanced Practice Retreat each Fall. Starting in 201, NAPGCM will offer educational webinars. Please see the Events Calendar for listings.
Q: Who can attend the annual conference? The Advanced Practice Retreat?
A: The Annual Conference is open to anyone interested in learning more about professional geriatric care management. The Advanced Practice Retreat is open to Certified NAPGCM members who have a minimum of five (5) years as a geriatric care management business owner or substantial management experience.
Q: Does NAPGCM offer exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities at your events?
A: A full array of exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities are available for the NAPGCM annual conference (click here for our sponsorship/exhibition opportunities). You may also contact Jennifer Hardy, Meeting Planner, at (520) 881-8008 or at jhardy@kellencompany.com.
Q: What is the speaker acceptance process for the annual conference?
A: Complete a Call for Speaker Proposal form available on the conference page. Go to the Web site, www.caremanager.org, and click on “Learn more about Geriatric Care Management.” Click on “Conferences and Events” in the drop down menu. Proposals should be geared to the following areas: Clinical, Business, Ethics/Legal.
Q: Who should I contact about NAPGCM Chapter events?
A: Information about NAPGCM Chapter events is available on each chapter’s Web site. Go to the Web site, www.caremanager.org, and click on “Learn more about Geriatric Care Management.” Click on “Chapters” in the drop down menu. Frequently Chapters list events on the NAPGCM Web site as well. Go to the Web site, www.caremanager.org, and click on “Learn more about Geriatric Care Management.” Click on “Conferences and Events” in the drop down menu.
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