Home Care

Hospice care at home is covered by most health insurance plans, so patients and their families don’t usually have to pay anything out of pocket.

The VDC program gives veterans who wish to avoid nursing home placement a budget for long-term care and control over the home and community based services they use—including paying family members to be caregivers.

Taking the correct medication and dosage at the right time becomes increasingly difficult with age. We’ve compiled experienced caregivers’ suggestions of products and services that can prompt a senior to take their meds and track their doses.

Charlie recently fell ill, but we had a difficult time determining what was wrong. Our team from the Home-Based VA Care Program was punctual, determined, and considerate throughout the entire process, and for that I am grateful.

Most seniors long to stay in their own homes and retain their independence. As the need for assistance increases, use these 5 tips to support their independence for as long as possible.

Finding and accessing respite care resources can be especially challenging for younger caregivers who are still in school.

The death of one parent often exposes the care needs of the surviving spouse. Unfortunately for many adult children, the funeral of one parent becomes a time for planning for the long-term care of the surviving parent.

The start of a new year is an excellent time for honest reflection. If caregiving has taken a toll on your emotions and health, it’s time to make some changes. What will you do differently this year to ensure your own well-being while caring for others?

Changes to the brain can cause sleep problems in elderly adults with dementia, and sleep loss can further worsen dementia symptoms.

As Alzheimer's disease progresses, your loved one may need more care than you can provide. Your options range from home health care and adult day care, to assisted living and nursing homes with specialized Alzheimer's care units.

For caregivers and their loved ones with dementia, respite care is critical. Finding the best type of short-term dementia care depends on a senior’s mental and physical health, the extent of their care team’s support, and their budget.

When choosing senior housing and elder care, there are many options. These tips will help you decide which options are best suited to meet the care needs of your aging parent.

Veterans who are confined to their homes due to age, illness or disability may be able to receive a tax-free monetary benefit from the VA to help them pay for long-term care and support services.

Family members could become paid caregivers through the Cash and Counseling or Consumer Direction Care Medicaid Programs. Learn about eligibility requirements, how to apply and benefits you could receive.

There’s nothing more reassuring than finding a caregiver who goes above and beyond in their role. So, when the holidays roll around, what is the best way to thank these compassionate people for treating our loved ones like family?

When a senior can no longer drive, it’s important that there are alternate transportation options available to them. Be sure to consider costs, accessibility, safety and medical needs when selecting transportation and driving services for an elder.