Serving with the Wright Heart ® — Enjoy 20% Off First Week
Before you read anything else
Three things every family with an aging parent should know right now.
1. You have more time than you think — but less than you want.
The best decisions about in-home care are made before a hospital visit forces them. Bookmark this page. Share it with your siblings. Come back to it when the conversation is ready — not when the ambulance has left.
2. Your parent's pride is not the same as their safety.
"I'm fine" is not a care plan. The resources below will help you understand what questions to ask, what signs to look for, and how to start a conversation your parent does not want to have — but needs to.
3. Paying for care is not as straightforward as you think — in a good way.
VA benefits, Medicaid waivers, and long-term care insurance all cover in-home care for many families. The resources below include navigation tools for each. Call us and we will walk you through all three.
Contact Us
If you're interested in learning more about our home health care services, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is here to answer any questions you may have and help you get started with our services.
Health and condition-specific organizations
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)
Through its member organizations and helpline, AFA offers education, support, and practical tools for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and their care partners. Families can learn about symptoms, treatment options, and day‑to‑day coping strategies in one place.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics/American Dietetics Association Nutrition Information
The Academy’s site provides trusted, science‑based guidance on food and nutrition from registered dietitians. Caregivers can use these resources to plan meals, manage special diets, and support overall health for older adults and people with chronic conditions.
American Chronic Pain Association
This foundation shares self‑help tools, peer‑support information, and educational materials to help people living with pain and those who care for them. It focuses on practical strategies for coping, communication with providers, and improving quality of life.
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry / Foundation
This site connects families and professionals with information on mental health and aging, including depression, anxiety, and dementia‑related behavioral changes. It also helps users locate geriatric psychiatry services and learn about treatment options and research.
America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP)
AHIP provides information about health coverage, Medicare Advantage, and policy changes that may affect older adults and people with disabilities. Caregivers can use this site to better understand insurance terms and stay informed about coverage issues that impact care.
CaringInfo
A program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, CaringInfo offers free guides and tools to help people plan for serious illness and end‑of‑life care. Families can download advance directive forms, read about hospice and palliative options, and prepare for difficult conversations before a crisis.
Parkinson Foundation
This educational site explains symptoms, treatment options, and daily‑living tips for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families. It also highlights research, exercise programs, and caregiver‑support resources specific to Parkinson’s.
Aging, disability, and public-agency resources
USAging
USAging (formerly the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging) represents local agencies that coordinate services such as meals, transportation, and in‑home supports. Visitors can learn how these agencies help older adults remain safely in their homes and how to connect with their local office.
National Organization on Disability (NOD)
NOD works to increase the full participation of people with disabilities in public life, with a focus on employment, accessibility, and inclusion. Families and caregivers can find information on disability rights, workplace supports, and practical strategies for advocacy.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
HHS is the federal agency responsible for many of the programs that affect seniors and people with disabilities, including Medicare, Medicaid, public health, and long‑term care policy. Its site provides overviews of major programs, health information, and links to additional government resources.
Safety, fraud, and elder abuse
Protect Against Scams
National Elder Fraud Hotline – U.S. Department of Justice (OVC)
This page describes a Department of Justice hotline staffed by case managers who help older adults and caregivers recognize scams, file reports, and connect with appropriate agencies. It is focused on financial fraud and telephone, mail, and online scams targeting seniors.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Protecting Older Adults from Fraud and Financial Exploitation
The CFPB provides guides, checklists, and printable tools that help older adults and their caregivers spot common financial scams and set up safeguards. Caregivers can use these materials to start conversations, review accounts, and put protections in place.
Prevent Falls
National Institute on Aging – Falls and Falls Prevention
This resource explains why falls happen, how to reduce risk at home, and when to speak with a health care provider. It offers simple, evidence‑based suggestions on exercise, medication review, and home modifications so caregivers can make practical safety changes right away.
ACL – Falls Prevention Resources for Older Adults and Caregivers
ACL’s falls‑prevention hub gathers federal information, evidence‑based programs, and caregiver conversation guides in one place. It helps families understand which community programs exist and how to discuss fall risk with loved ones and providers.
Stop Elder Abuse
Elder Justice – U.S. Department of Justice
The Elder Justice site explains different forms of elder abuse and neglect and outlines steps to take if you suspect a problem. It also links to national and local resources, giving families concrete starting points for reporting concerns and finding help.
The Wright Checklist™
Signs your parent may need more support than they're asking for.
Use this as a starting point — not a diagnosis. If you recognize three or more of these, it is time to have the conversation.
- Unexplained weight loss or reduced appetite
- Missed medications or incorrect dosing
- Withdrawal from social activities they used to enjoy
- New bruises, cuts, or unexplained injuries
- Home that is less clean or organized than usual
- Unpaid bills or unopened mail piling up
- Increased confusion or difficulty with familiar tasks
- Mobility changes — slower, less steady, gripping walls
- Reluctance to discuss their health or daily routine
- Spoiled food in the refrigerator or empty cabinets
- Caregiver fatigue in the family member handling daily tasks
- More frequent falls or near-falls reported or visible
Family Caregiver Resources
Caregiving Toolkit
National Institute on Aging – Caregiving Toolkit
Practical guides, checklists, and videos from the National Institute on Aging to help family and friends care for older adults at home, including tips on communication, safety, and self‑care for caregivers.
Federal Caregiver Support
National Family Caregiver Support Program (ACL)
An overview of the National Family Caregiver Support Program, describing the types of help available to family caregivers—such as information, training, counseling, and respite—and how to connect with services in your area.
Caregiver Action Network
Caregiver Action Network (CAN)
A national nonprofit offering free toolkits, tip sheets, and peer support for family caregivers of all ages and conditions, with special resources for those balancing work, family, and caregiving responsibilities.
Respite Care Resources
ARCH National Respite Network – Resources for Caregivers
Helps families understand respite care options and find programs that offer short‑term breaks from caregiving, with educational materials and tools to explore respite services across the country.
211 Caregiver Resource Finder
211 Caregiver Resource Finder
United Way 211 – Caregiver Resources
United Way’s 211 service connects caregivers to local resources for aging, disability, housing, food, transportation, and more—by phone, text, or online search—anytime, day or night.
.jpg/:/cr=t:27.71%25,l:0%25,w:100%25,h:45.45%25/rs=w:1209,h:549,cg:true)
How can we help your family today?
Every client deserves exceptional, personalized care — and we're here to make that happen.