Julie Caruccio

RN, IRNPA, BCPA
Safe Harbor Patient Advocacy
Julie

Julie Caruccio

RN, IRNPA, BCPA
Safe Harbor Patient Advocacy
Advocate Location
Lee , NH 03861
Specialty
Special Care & Aging
Other Services
Medical Guidance
TeleAdvocacy Available
Offers FREE Initial Consultation
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How I Can Help
I have a passion for coming alongside individuals who are struggling with decline in their health status and are finding themselves in need of assistance. And/or offering assistance to the families of individuals who notice changes, physically or cognitively, in their loved one as they age and need help navigating next steps for care and/or placement. I specialize in eldercare management and transitions of care. I act as a liaison between my clients and the healthcare system to help them make sense of what they are experiencing and offer support and guidance as they make important decisions.
I do everything from in-home assessments, to medical history reviews, creating a timeline to bring understanding to my clients' overall health status. I also do medication reviews, communicate with doctors and even attend appointments or make phone calls on my clients' behalf. I help guide them in making decisions for transitions of care, educating them on all of their options then assist with those transitions as needed. I like to describe myself as a "nurse by their side" acting as a compass when they cannot see the way ahead.
Important Information About Me
  • I offer a FREE Initial Consultation
  • I offer TeleAdvocacy Service
  • I am insured
  • My geographical area of practice is Northern New England: New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont
Why I Became A Professional Health Care Advocate
Fifteen years ago I took care of my mother who had become very ill and ended up in a long-term care facility. I lived 4 hours away and had 3 small children at the time, so seeing her and being there to help make decisions regarding her care was extremely difficult. Despite being a Registered Nurse and knowing all the right questions to ask, I found myself floundering in making sure she got the best care possible. There was no one to turn to that I could ask for help in making sure she received quality care. My mother was misdiagnosed and therefore, her needs were neglected. As a result, she died from this gross negligence. I decided then that I would become an Advocate for those in crisis like myself so they wouldn't have to go through what I went through.
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Formal Education
University of Vermont, AD Nursing, 1986
Faith Experience
  • Christianity
Additional Skills
I can speak some French and Italian and have a great understanding of the Italian culture with immediate family that still live there.
I also speak some sign language, having grown up with a deaf brother.
I have a strong background in Cardiac Care and Gastroenterology.
One of my passions that I have spent numerous hours educating myself on is an holistic approach to care and have worked with many clients on improving their health and wellness through dietary changes. I have helped them shop and restock their kitchens with healthier options and have provided cooking techniques and recipes to help build the immune system.
Professional Affiliations
Certificate Patient Advocacy, iRNPA
Board Certified Patient Advocate, BCPA
Dementia Capable Care Certification
Member of Alliance of Professional Health Advocates (APHA)
Member of Greater National Advocates