Care Guides

Free, plain-English guides to navigating Medicare, Medicaid, hospice, home health, and finding the right provider for your family. Updated monthly.

Medicaid Eligibility Checker

Free 60-second tool: see whether you or a loved one qualifies for Medicaid long-term care in your state. 2026 limits, all 50 states.

Cost of Care Calculator

Free instant cost estimates for 7 types of senior care in your state. See what Medicaid covers and your likely out-of-pocket spend.

Medicaid HCBS Waivers in Texas 2026 — Complete Guide

STAR+PLUS eligibility, income limits, application timeline, covered services. Plain English.

How to Choose a Home Health Agency in California (2026 Guide)

Medi-Cal vs Medicare, 10 questions to ask, 5 red flags, printable checklist.

Medicare vs Medicaid for Hospice Care Explained (2026)

Who pays for hospice, what's covered, the 6-month rule, choosing a provider.

Adult Day Care in Texas: Costs, Medicaid Coverage & How to Apply (2026)

STAR+PLUS HCBS, DAHS, PACE — what each pays, who qualifies, how to choose a center.

Medi-Cal Home Health Care in California — Complete Eligibility Guide

IHSS, CBAS, and Home Health Agency rules. Hours allowed, who qualifies, how to apply.

Hospice Care in Florida: Medicare vs Medicaid vs Private Pay (2026)

Choosing a Florida hospice, Medicaid room-and-board coverage, hospice myths debunked.

Finding Mental Health Services Near Me in New York (with Medicaid Options) (2026)

Article 31 clinics, Health Homes, crisis services, finding a Medicaid psychiatrist in NYC.

Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Illinois: What Insurance Covers in 2026

Medicaid, Medicare, parity law, ASAM levels, MAT — finding licensed Illinois rehab.

How to Qualify for HCBS Waivers in Your State — 50-State Comparison

Eligibility, services, waitlists, and how to apply in every state.

Understanding Medicare Home Health Coverage After a Hospital Stay

Eligibility, what's covered, length of care, costs, choosing an agency, appeals.

Caregiver Resources & Respite Care Options Across All 50 States

Medicaid HCBS respite, VA caregiver benefits, paid family caregiving, mental health support.