SYDNEY WARREN, LCSW
Sydney Warren has worked as a psychotherapist and clinical care manager for those who face challenges due to issues with aging and disability for more than 15 years.
She holds a master’s degree in social work from New York University and is licensed as a clinical social worker in the state of Oklahoma. She has worked in hospital, clinic, and private practice settings.
Why choose an Aging Life Care Professional?
As a professional care manager and a member of the Aging Life Care Association, I assist those who are struggling with issues related to aging and disability. I serve as a guide, advocate and resource for both the individual and family.
I utilize a holistic, client-centered approach to find solutions to the practical and emotional problems that arise from struggles related to disability and aging. My services include both counseling and ongoing care management for individuals who have no families, whose family member live far away, or for those who have changing circumstances or complex problems that have already proven to be difficult for the family to manage without professional advice.
My goal is to help achieve peace of mind for both clients and their caregivers, and also to assist older adults and persons with disabilities reach their maximum functional potential and quality of life.
You may need an Aging Life Care Professional if the person you are caring for:
• has multiple medical or psychological issues
• is unable to live safely in their current environment
• is not pleased with current care providers and requires advocacy
• is confused about their own financial and/or legal situation
• has limited or no family support
Or if your family:
• has just become involved with helping the individual and needs direction about available services
• is either “burned out” or confused about care solutions
• has limited time and/or expertise in dealing with the individual’s care needs and does not live close by
• is at odds regarding care decisions
• needs education and/or direction in dealing with behaviors associated with dementia
What are the benefits of using an Aging Life Care Professional?
Aging Life Care services are offered in a variety of settings. Professionals can serve the needs of their clients by providing:
• Personalized and compassionate service — focusing on the individual’s wants and needs.
• Accessibility — care is typically available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Continuity of care — communications are coordinated between family members, doctors and other professionals, and service providers.
• Cost containment — inappropriate placements, duplication of services, and unnecessary hospitalizations are avoided.
• Quality control — aging life care services follow ALCA’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
