Eugene Pediatrics is excited to add a fantastic new member to our integrated team of primary care providers and behavioral specialists — Jordan Burbee, our new case manager. Welcome, Jordan!
But what is a case manager?
- Someone who steps in when medically fragile children need help coordinating their care.
- Someone who reaches out when children and families are touched by challenges such as drug addiction, domestic violence, mental health issues, homelessness and legal problems.
- An advocate who helps families coordinate their care at Eugene Pediatrics, the school system and other community services.
- A liaison with the Department of Human Services when our patients are being watched over by the state.
- A professional who can assess the needs of a struggling family by visiting a home or school, and who can become part of the lives of family members as they find their bearings.
- A friendly voice when parents need extra support.
And who is Jordan Burbee?
Jordan received a degree in Family and Human Services at the University of Oregon. She has subsequently worked for more than a decade with children and families at Jasper Mountain, Safe Center, Lane Education Service District and, most recently, DHS Child Welfare.
Jordan is a mother of two young children, and most importantly, she is a human being with a huge heart for taking care of others. When I met Jordan, I was struck immediately by her passion to help — to be a part of positive change for kids. She spoke of the importance of her work at DHS, and of her desire to become involved in a team of people seeking to prevent children from suffering.
Data suggests that a large percentage of adult illness is directly related to social problems, many of which have their roots in childhood. At Eugene Pediatrics, we seek to intervene when children are young — to break cycles of need that often are passed from one generation to the next. In this way, we hope to take care of the whole child. A caring and effective case manager is a key part of our effort.
If your child is medically fragile or your family is struggling with social concerns, please call Jordan Burbee directly at 541-214-2064 or talk to your pediatrician at Eugene Pediatrics.