Planning for later life brings a lot of questions: Can I stay in my home? What does Medicare cover? How do we pay for care? Aging.com is a website with articles and guides on topics like aging in place, senior housing, insurance, and government programs, written for older adults and the families who help them.
Free help for seniors and caregivers
For free, unbiased help, start with the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116, which connects older adults and families with local services like meals, rides, and help at home. Our Help for Seniors guide covers Medicare counseling, lower drug costs, scams, and support for caregivers. Note that Aging.com is a commercial website, so some of its pages may connect you with companies selling insurance or services.
A helpful book for families
How to Care for Aging Parents by Virginia Morris is a widely recommended, compassionate guide for adult children, covering health, money, housing, and taking care of yourself along the way. The link shows the newest edition, and your library may have it too.
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