primary care for older adults

Geriatric primary care is designed specifically for older adults. It focuses on managing chronic conditions, maintaining independence, coordinating medications and specialists, and addressing the physical, emotional, and cognitive changes that can come with aging. Care plans are personalized and often include input from caregivers and loved ones.

Our geriatric primary care is delivered by clinicians who specialize in aging-related health needs, including physicians, nurses, and care coordinators. These providers work as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure patients receive whole-person support across all areas of life.

Services may include wellness exams, chronic disease management, medication oversight, coordination with specialists, cognitive assessments, advance care planning, and in some cases, in-home visits. The goal is to keep older adults healthy, safe, and connected to the care they need.

Geriatric primary care is a cornerstone of Full Life Care because it addresses more than medical issues — it honors the full experience of aging. By focusing on long-term goals, daily quality of life, and care coordination, this service helps people live well at home and avoid unnecessary hospital visits or decline.

We recognize that caregivers play a vital role in supporting older adults. Our teams engage families in care planning, offer updates and guidance, and help address caregiver concerns and questions. We aim to create a circle of support around each patient.

Absolutely. Professionals with a passion for senior care are encouraged to explore career opportunities in this field. Volunteers may assist with companionship, wellness calls, or support at day centers. Donors help enhance services and expand outreach to underserved older adults.

If an older adult is experiencing multiple chronic conditions, frequent hospital visits, memory changes, or challenges managing medications and appointments, it may be time to consider geriatric care. This model is also ideal for individuals who want more time with their providers and a holistic approach that includes social, emotional, and caregiver support.

In many cases, yes. Empath Health offers flexible care models, including visits to assisted living facilities or private residences, depending on the patient's needs and location. This approach reduces transportation barriers and helps seniors receive consistent, compassionate care in familiar surroundings.

While specialists and hospitalists focus on specific conditions or acute care, geriatric primary care providers look at the whole person over time. They manage the full picture — coordinating with other providers, tracking long-term goals, and helping patients avoid fragmentation of care. It's proactive, relationship-based care that evolves as needs change.