Who should attend a care coordination meeting?

• A. The client (if appropriate), family/caregivers, case manager, clinicians, and other professionals as needed.
• B. The client and family only.
• C. Only the case manager.
• D. Only the administrative staff.

Answer: (A)

Care coordination meetings are built around a team approach to ensure the client’s needs are met through coordinated planning. The best attendees include the client when appropriate, family or caregivers, the case manager, clinicians, and other professionals who are involved or may be involved in services. This mix ensures the client’s goals and preferences are center stage, that family insight and day-to-day context are shared, and that clinical, social, and support services are all aligned in one plan. Having the right professionals present brings together medical, therapeutic, and community resources, so decisions are informed, realistic, and doable across settings. If appropriate, consent to share information with other team members is obtained to keep everyone on the same page. Attending only one role—like only the client, or only administrative staff—misses essential input and coordination, which can lead to gaps or duplications in care.