Care management in Union County
Unicity Care Management works alongside families in Westfield, Summit, Cranford, Union, Scotch Plains, Elizabeth and across Union County as they plan care for an older loved one.
With so many options close to home, it helps to have someone who knows them.
Union County fits suburban towns and busy cities into a small area, with major hospitals and many senior living communities a short drive apart. That closeness helps, but it also means families face a long list of choices when care needs change.
Many adult children here commute to New York City or work long days, and some live out of state. A Unicity Care Management nurse or social worker gets to know your loved one and your family, explains the local options and helps everyone weigh the choices together.
What to know about care in Union County
Towns we serve
Westfield, Summit, Cranford, Union, Scotch Plains, Elizabeth and communities across Union County.
Hospitals families come from
Overlook Medical Center and Trinitas Regional Medical Center, along with other area hospitals.
What makes Union different
A compact county with many hospitals and communities nearby, and families who are often balancing work and long commutes.
Local resources for Union County families
County senior services
Union County Division on Aging is the county's main office for older adults. It helps with home care, benefits, caregiver support, meals and legal referrals.
Getting to appointments
Union County Paratransit System offers shared door-to-door rides for residents 60 and older, adults with disabilities and residents with low incomes.
Good to know
The Division can also point residents to other ride programs, such as NJ Transit Access Link.
Common reasons families reach out
- A discharge from Overlook or another area hospital needs a plan
- There are many assisted living options and the family needs help comparing them
- A parent lives alone and is starting to need more help
- Memory changes are raising safety concerns
- Family members work long hours or commute to New York City
- Home care is in place but no one is overseeing it
With so many communities and agencies close together, the differences aren't always easy to see. A Unicity Care Management care manager looks at care capability, staffing and cost, so your family can compare options with clear information.
How to get started
- 1
Free consultation
We learn what is happening, who is involved and what worries your family most.
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Assessment and plan
A nurse or social worker meets with your loved one, listens to what matters to them and writes a plan with clear options.
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Ongoing oversight
We coordinate providers and any move, and keep your family updated.
Union County questions
Do you serve all of Union County?
Yes. Unicity Care Management serves families throughout Union County, including Westfield, Summit, Cranford, Union, Scotch Plains and Elizabeth.
My parent is at Overlook Medical Center. Can you help with discharge?
Yes. A care manager can review the discharge plan with the hospital team, talk it through with you, and help your family decide between home, rehab or assisted living.
Can you help us compare assisted living communities in Union County?
Yes. We start with a clinical assessment so we understand what's needed, then help you build a short list, tour communities and review the contract before you sign. Placement Services are free to families.
Where can Union County families find local senior services?
Union County Division on Aging is the county's main office for older adults. Our care managers can help your family decide which Union County programs fit alongside care management.
Also serving families across New Jersey
Schedule a free consultation
Planning for yourself or for someone you care about? A free consultation with Unicity Care Management is a good place to start.
During this conversation, we will:
- Look for any immediate safety risks
- Sort out your timeline
- Talk through your options
- Recommend specific next steps
You don't need a plan before you call. We'll help you create one.
Referring someone to Unicity Care Management?
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