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History
What started as a gathering of one hundred human service professionals in New York City in 1985 has flourished into a national association focusing on professional geriatric care management. The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (GCM) was established in 1986 and continues to grow as the demand for services for the elderly increases.
Benefits
Annual Conference
GCM's annual meeting, usually held in the fall, features nationally recognized speakers, informative workshops, exhibits, and networking opportunities. For information on this year's conference click here.
Chapters
Educational opportunities increase with regional meetings and seminars. Although membership in the national association is required to join a chapter, membership in chapters is optional and available at a separate fee. Networking opportunities abound! We encourage you to join your local chapter and reap the additional benefits of your membership in GCM. Click here to find a chapter near you.
Legislation
GCM's legislative efforts keep you informed of the changing national, state, and local issues affecting you and your clients.
Listserv
A listserv is an e-mail "bulletin board" which forwards any messages sent to it to all members of the list. It acts as a discussion group, where you can discuss ideas of interest with members of the list. This is a restricted, private list for GCM members only. The names and addresses on the list belong to GCM and may not be used by any other party without written permission.
Marketing and Public Relations
Through GCM's publicity efforts, you will learn about strategies to enhance your practice and promote the services you offer. National public relations activities seek to educate the public and media about the field of geriatric care management.
Membership Directory
This national listing of members is published on an annual basis and features individual professional profiles. It is distributed to members of the aging network -- it is also the perfect networking tool for GCM members!
Professional Development
GCM keeps you abreast of the latest methodology, research, legislation, information, and practice techniques in geriatric care management, helping you better serve your clients.
Publications
Inside GCM and the GCM Journal - both published on a quarterly basis - provide valuable articles, updates, book reviews, ideas, and opportunities in geriatric care management. In addition, various brochures and products are available in the GCM Store.
Web Site
The Web site has comprehensive information about the association and includes "Find A Care Manager," an online resource for locating a professional geriatric care manager anywhere in the United States.
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