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FINAL GUARDIANSHIP REPORT ~~~r
FOR GERALDINE ROBINSON ~~
February 18, 2005 s1hud L'~K~
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I ~ ' ~ - ~-- . Report from Guardian of Person
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- _ `- Priscilla M. Whitman, Aging Care Manager II
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Apn =_I0, 1996, Permanent Guazdianship of Person for Geraldine Robinson was granted
Judge~~vin A. Hess to Cumberland County Office of Aging for the purpose of making
decisions on her behalf. Client resided at 337 North West Street, Carlisle at the time of the
hearing. Ms. Robinson resided at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in room 109
from the outcome of the hearing until her death on August 12, 2004.
On admission to the Clazemont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, client was diagnosed with
chronic obstructive puhnonary disease, congestive heart failure and senile dementia
Alzheimer type. She was incapacitated to the point that she needed assistance with activities
of daily living and medical treatment management.
Ms. Robinson was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in June 2002. Hospice was ordered
and provided services three different time periods until her death. Hospice monitored her
physical condition and managed her pain. She was on continuous oxygen due to her
deteriorating physical condition. She had a specialized air mattress due to skin breakdown
and received wound Gaze to a necrotic foot. Hospice staff faithfully visited her twice weekly
and Ms. Robinson enjoyed their company.
Ms. Robinson was seen by a psychiatrist from The Geriatric Psychological Services of PA on
a routine basis due to her paranoid behavior. The nursing staff monitored her behavior, the
medication dosage and affects of taking Risperadol, anti-psychotic drug.
Ms. Robinson required hands on assistance with all her Activities of Daily Living.
Restorative nursing and supplemental shakes were a part of her daily routine. She was able
to maintain her weight until the last few months of life. Ms. Robinson was well liked by staff
and.she enjoyed her interaction with them. She was active in many of the different activities
provided by the nursing home until she no longer physically could attend. Her favorites were
Bible study, arts and crafts, sing-a-longs and outings in the community. She was also visited
by her Guazdian of Estate a friend of many years, the nursing home Chaplin and social
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services on a monthly basis. Ms. Robinson appreciated the one on one visits and she had a
good sense of humor. She was usually pleasant and friendly towazds other residents and
staff.
Ms. Robinson was visited by Aging care management staff every 30-60 days. In addition to
visiting client, her medical record was reviewed and care plan meetings attended. Nursing
staff also kept care manager informed of any changes in medication, medical treatment or
incidents that occurred.
Ms. Robinson passed away on August 12, 2004 after a two yeaz battle with lung cancer. She
was cremated and her Guardian of Estate handled her funeral arrangements. The Office of
Aging believed that Ms. Robinson received appropriate care and quality of life as
demonstrated by the Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.