Case Managers
What is Targeted Case Management (TCM)?
Targeted case management is a service that provides extra support for a client who needs a little more guidance in finding appropriate services and agencies throughout their community to meet their needs. TCM’s advocate for clients to ensure that their needs are being adequately met.
What are some things that TCM’s can help with?
Here are just a few of the things TCM’s can help client navigate.
- Applying for SNAP benefits
- Linking clients to food pantries
- Helping find a Primary Care Provider or medical services
- Assisting with IEP or school needs
- Assisting with finding appropriate housing/housing services
- Referring to community agencies that assist with household utilities
- Helping with resume building and employment opportunities
- TCM’s can assist with finding childcare
- Referring to community activities and events to promote self esteem
- Helping find support groups
- And so much more…
What are the requirements for TCM?
For someone to be approved for TCM, they must 4 years old and older and receive Medicaid, currently seeing a therapist and have a qualifying diagnosis.
TCM is not meant to be a long term service, but a short term to help clients get linked to appropriate services/community partners or agencies.
If you think you might be interested in TCM services, let your therapist know.
Meet Our Case Managers
Tina Smajlagic
Hi! My name is Tina and I have been a Targeted Case Manger (TCM) for over 9 years. I have been in the field for over 19 years. I have a Masters of Social Work and several certifications in the social work field.
With my years of experience, I have become very familiar with agencies and services that can help a client with their immediate needs. I can help clients with educational needs, finding medical services, housing, food, the list is endless.
I work with all clients no matter their race, religion, age, or sexual orientation. I take great pride in my job and assisting clients with meeting their needs. I look forward to working with you!
Michael Stewart
Michael is a seasoned Targeted Case Manager with over 11 years of experience in the social work field. Michael graduated from Western Kentucky University in 1998 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Social Work. He is deeply committed to empowering individuals and families through advocacy, resource coordination, and compassionate support. He brings over twenty years of experience from a variety of community-based jobs in Bowling Green,, which have strengthened his understanding of local resources and deepened his connection to the populations he serves.
Known for his client-centered, strengths-based approach, Michael builds meaningful relationships rooted in trust, respect, and cultural understanding. He works collaboratively with service providers, community partners, and multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans that support long-term stability and well-being. Michael dedicates himself to helping clients navigate complex systems such as housing, mental health, healthcare, and education.
Michael lives in Bowling Green, Kentucky, with his family, where he remains actively involved in the community. Whether he’s guiding a client through a difficult life transition or advocating for improved access to services, Michael brings integrity, experience, and heart to everything he does.
Interested in becoming a client?
K&G COUNSELING REVIEWS
What others are saying about Targeted Case Management:
I can't express enough how invaluable the targeted case management (TCM) service provided by K&G Counseling was for me. Juggling multiple responsibilities and facing mental health challenges, I found myself struggling to navigate the maze of social services and community resources. TCM stepped in as a guiding light, helping me access vital resources like Medicaid, SNAP benefits, and housing assistance. They even supported me in finding a healthcare provider, educational support, and a job opportunity. This service wasn't just a short-term fix; it empowered me to take control of my life, bridging the gap between my needs and the available resources in my community. I'm incredibly grateful for the support and guidance my case manager provided during a critical time in my life.
-Christopher Lucas
*name changed for confidentiality