Senior Care Guides & Resources

Expert guidance for families navigating nursing home selection, Medicare coverage, and senior care decisions. All guides are free, written by care experts, and updated regularly.

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Insurance & Costs

Medicare vs Medicaid: What's Covered for Nursing Homes

Understanding what Medicare and Medicaid cover for nursing home care, eligibility requirements, and how to apply.

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Insurance & Costs

Nursing Home Costs by State: 2025 Price Guide

Average nursing home costs across all 50 states, what's included in daily rates, and financial assistance options.

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Urgent Care

Hospital Discharge to Nursing Home: What You Need to Know

Navigate the urgent transition from hospital to nursing home with our step-by-step discharge planning guide.

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Quality Assessment

How to Read Nursing Home Inspection Reports

Understand deficiency codes, severity levels, and what inspection reports really tell you about care quality.

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Facility Selection

Nursing Home Tour Questions: Printable Checklist

50 essential questions to ask during facility tours, organized by category with downloadable PDF checklist.

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Choosing the right nursing home or assisted living facility

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Insurance & Costs

Understanding Medicare, Medicaid, and paying for care

Urgent Care

Hospital discharges and quick placement decisions

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Quality Assessment

Evaluating facility quality, ratings, and inspection reports

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Note: These guides provide general information and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Always consult with healthcare professionals and legal advisors for your specific situation. Facility data is sourced from Medicare.gov and updated regularly.