Resources for families
Plain-language guides for the decisions families face when a parent or loved one begins to need help at home.
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How to Know When an Aging Parent May Need Help at Home
The signs are usually small and easy to explain away one at a time. Here is what to look for, and what to do next.
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Home Care vs. Assisted Living: What’s the Difference?
Both can be the right choice. The difference is where care happens, how much of a person’s life changes, and how the decision can be revisited.
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What Is Companion Care?
Companion care is the simplest form of home care, and for many families it is exactly the right place to start.
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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Care Provider
You are inviting someone into your parent’s home. These are the questions worth asking any provider, including us.
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Preparing Your Home for an Aging Parent
Small changes make the biggest difference: lighting, floors, the bathroom, and a few habits worth building early.
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How Respite Care Can Support Family Caregivers
Caring for a parent or spouse is a full-time commitment. Respite care is how families make it sustainable.
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Planning for a Parent’s Return Home After Rehabilitation
Discharge day comes fast. A little planning in the days before makes the first weeks at home far smoother.
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How to Talk With Your Parents About Home Care
The conversation most families dread is easier when it is about specific help, not about “needing care”.
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Home Care for Every Stage of Life
Understanding when additional support at home may be helpful: for children, adults, veterans, people with disabilities and seniors.