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Most sites dump a hundred links. This page asks one question: what is happening right now? Pick the box that fits. You can always come back.

If someone is in danger now

911 · Poison Control 1-800-222-1222 · Elder abuse: Adult Protective Services via 1-800-677-1116 or 211

Pick the situation

We want them to stay home

Care, rides, the house, money, and a backup person.

Aging in place plan

They just left the hospital

Meds, follow-up, home health order, warning signs.

Discharge checklist

Memory is changing

Safety at home, driving, who to call, how to talk about it.

Memory care at home

They served in the military

Aid & Attendance, VA home care, caregiver stipend — often left on the table.

Veteran home care

Grandparents raising kids

School, SNAP, legal standing, respite — a different kind of caregiving.

Grandfamilies

Money is tight

Hidden help: tax aide, homestead, Extra Help, BenefitsCheckUp.

Hidden help

A facility is on the table

Resident rights, ombudsman, Care Compare — before you sign.

Nursing home rights

Illness is serious

Palliative vs hospice in plain words. Comfort is not giving up.

Comfort care

Driving worries us

A respectful way to talk about keys, rides, and independence.

Driving & independence

I am the tired caregiver

Respite, family meeting, weekly note, you matter too.

Caregiver page

Still not sure? Call Eldercare Locator 1-800-677-1116 or ask chat.