Care guides
Care guides for families.
Plain-language, reviewed guides for the moments that matter — planning a safe hospital discharge, weighing home versus facility care, understanding what Medicare pays, and keeping someone safe at home. Free, no sign-up.
My parent is coming home from the hospital: what to arrangeA calm, step-by-step guide to planning a safe discharge — the questions to ask, the home setup, and who pays.Read guide →Staying at home vs. a care facility: how to weigh itA plain-language way to think through safety, support, and cost when deciding between home and a facility.Read guide →What Medicare and Medicaid actually pay for as you ageThe big misunderstanding, cleared up: what each program covers by care setting, in plain language.Read guide →Staying steady: how to choose a walker that helps prevent fallsNot all walkers are equal. A short, practical guide to the difference between a basic walker and a rollator — and why the sturdier option can be worth paying for.Read guide →Preventing pressure sores when someone is in bed or a chairBed sores are one of the most preventable — and most dangerous — things that happen after a fall. What to watch for, what to do, and how to advocate for the right mattress.Read guide →