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Our Mission
The Illinois Continuity of Care Association exists to enhance the concept of continuity of care as both an essential part of the health care continuum and as integral to total patient care.
Purpose
- To promote high standards of health care
- To promote the interrelationship between all allied health professions in discharge planning activities
- To develop and promote public awareness of continuity of care
- To provide resources and education programs to enhance the delivery of continuity of care
Standards of Practice
Definitions
Continuity of Care is an organized and carefully coordinated process essential to high-quality patient/client care which involves the patient, family, and an interdisciplinary team working together to facilitate the transition of the patient/client from one level of care to another.
Standards
Purpose 1
To define the role of the Continuity of Care professional
Standard A
The role shall require a specialized body of knowledge of continuity of care principles
Interpretation
- The continuity of care professional shall assess the patient/client’s total care according to his/her level of expertise including educational needs; nutritional needs; special therapy needs; supply and equipment needs; support systems; financial needs; transportation needs; and home care needs. The continuity of care professional shall develop and implement a plan of care matching the patient/client’s needs with available resources.
- The continuity of care professional would meet the educational requirements and adhere to the standards of his/her own discipline, demonstrating professional accountability by:
- maintaining current State license
- attending workshops and programs on continuity of care related issues
- seeking and utilizing knowledge of legislative and regulatory changes
- demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and educational background of the multi-disciplinary team
- demonstrating knowledge of community
- utilizing knowledge and experience in the health care industry
- maintaining patient/client and family confidentiality
- educating consumers and professionals regarding discharge planning
Purpose 2
To define the Continuity of Care program guideline
Standard B
The scope, goals, objectives, and organization of the continuity of care program shall be delineated by each organization
Interpretation
- A written description of the program will include the philosophy and scope.
- Goals and objectives shall address institutional, professional, and patient/client situations.
- Written policy, procedures, and job descriptions must be up-to-date.
- The discharge planning function should be assigned to a person or persons in order to assure professional accountability.
Purpose 3
To evaluate the Continuity of Care program
Standard C
Mechanisms for evaluation of the program shall be developed and used to assure quality of care and appropriateness of services
Interpretation
- The following should be used in accordance with each specific program:
- ongoing quality assurance activities
- written and telephone surveys
- peer review
- Problem identification with documentation corrective action
Administrative Staff
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Peter Miska
President
Gina Knight
Vice President
Mark Rantis
Public Relations
The Rantis Group
Keller Williams
Success Realty
Barrington
600 Hart Rd
Suite 105
Barrington, IL 60010
Pat O'Dea-Evans
By-Laws
Silver Connections/
Advocate Health
2118 Plum Grove Rd #110
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Chapter Presidents
(Alphabetical by Chapter)
Peter Miska
Alpha Chapter
Elite Care Management, Inc.
568 S Washington St.
Naperville, IL
60540
Lindsay DeLee-Arel
Chicago Chapter
Healthcare Recruiting Specialists
7002 N California Ave
Chicago, IL
60645
Philip Flores, Jr.
Lake McHenry Chapter
Cremation by Water
11 West College Drive – Unit K
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Sarah Martinez
NW Indiana Chapter
Elite Care at Home, Inc
250 W 80th Pl.
Merrillville, IN 46410
Jeanette Guzman
NW Metro Chapter
Victory Centre of Galewood
2370 N Newcastle Ave.
Chicago, IL 60707
Celeste Basom
South Chicago Chapter
Superior Air Ground Ambulance
395 W. Lake St.,
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Jerry Schmitt
South Suburban Chapter
Legacy Benefit Planning
752 Wellington Pkwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
Hadi Finerty
Three Rivers Chapter
Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter
850 Essington Road #200
Joliet, IL
60453
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Alpha
Chicago
Lindsay DeLee-Arel
773-330-4742Heritage Corridor
(position available)Lake McHenry
Philip Flores, Jr.
312-340-8852Northwest Metropolitan
South Chicago
Celeste Basom
630-854-1264South Suburban
Jerry Schmitt
630-915-9467Three Rivers
Kankakee/Iroquois/Livingston
(position available)Fox Valley
Pat O'Dea-Evans