New Division Answers Unmet Care Needs Of The Disabled

GRISWOLD SPECIAL CARE has always been dedicated to providing high quality home care for the older individual. From its very beginning, however, the company has also provided care for persons under 65 years of age with disabilities. This commitment to assisting younger persons living with a disability was solidified recently with the announcement of the creation of a new disabilities division within the company.

Kent Griswold, President, was awarded his doctorate in Health Administration from Kennedy-Western University in Fall, 2004. In his dissertation entitled “The Evolving Needs for Home-Care Services Within The Aging Population Of Those Living With Multiple Sclerosis”, he studied services currently available in relation to needs still unmet in this population. From his research, Dr. Griswold found that the homecare industry as a whole is primarily focused on the elderly. His research has shown, however, that 31% of persons living with a disability who have long term care needs are 65 years of age or younger.

Establishing a new division, as opposed to simply increasing services, is a significant acknowledgement of the needs of persons living with a disability. “We want Clients who have a specific disability to feel confident that their Caregiver has demonstrated a fundamental knowledge of the disease and can competently address their individual needs for care. This requires more than a basic understanding of home care,” stated Dr. Griswold.

Organizations affiliated with specific diseases or conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis and ALS have been approached for support. Certification programs for the individuals who will be referred to assist this younger disabled population are in development. Materials such as brochures are being studied and will be revised to assure acceptable language. While the frail elderly may find comfort in the phrase: “we’ll care for you” persons under 65 years of age may find it condescending and not reflective of their needs for control.

GRISWOLD SPECIAL CARE’s services have always been customized and individualized. The new division will continue this Tradition of Homecare Excellence and seek to empower Clients living with a disability to live full and vital lives.

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