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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
Chapter Presidents
(Alphabetical by Chapter)
Julie Gilpin
Alpha Chapter
A Place for Mom
Leslee Lopez
Chicago Chapter
Nivram Management
Sidney Brooks, Jr.
Heritage Corridor Chapter
Panoptic Home Health
Ashley Webber
Kankakee/Iroquois Chapter
Riverside Senior Life Communities
Scott Viscomi
Lake East Chapter
TheKey of Illinois
Philip Flores, Jr.
Lake McHenry Chapter
Cremation by Water
Eric Klein
Metro East Chapter
Care Patrol Chicagoland North
Linda Kunicki
Metro West Chapter
BrightStar Care
Sarah Martinez
NW Indiana Chapter
Elite Care at Home, Inc
Michelle Kramer
South Chicago Chapter
Always Best Senior Services Chicagoland
Lisa Digiovanni
South Suburban Chapter
Carolyn Tait
Three Rivers Chapter
Saba Healthcare
Chris Genzler
Western Cook - Coordinating Council
Forum Financial Management, LP
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Chapter Meeting Schedule
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Alpha: 1st Thursday, 8:30 am
Chicago: 1st Tuesday, 8:30 am
Fox Valley: 4th Tuesday, 8:30 am
Heritage Corridor: 4th Wednesday, 10:00 am
Kankakee/Iroquois: 2nd Wednesday, 9:00 am
Lake East: 4th Thursday, 8:30 am
Lake McHenry: 2nd Tuesday, 8:30 am
Metro East: 3rd Wednesday, 8:30 am
Metro West: 2nd Thursday, 8:30 am
Northwest Indiana: 3rd Thursday, 8:30 am
South Chicago: 3rd Tuesday, 10:00 am
South Suburban: 2nd Thursday, 8:30 am
Three Rivers: 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 am
West Cook – Coordinating Council:
3rd Thursday, 11:30 am