Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
How to communicate calmly, prevent wandering, and make the home feel safe and familiar.
Trusted planning tools for families
Explore real care costs across 20 states, see what support you may qualify for, and build a plan you can share with your family — in minutes.
Free to use · No sign-up · Based on 2026 median market rates
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Six types of care, real local rates, and an estimate of how much support may help cover it.
What type of care are you considering?
Estimated monthly cost
$2,420
20 hrs/week of in-home care
in Texas
Yearly total
$29,040
Estimated support coverage
up to 35%
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Estimates reflect median market rates; actual coverage depends on income, assets, and eligibility. This tool is for planning, not a quote or benefits decision.
Interactive assessment · 2 minutes
Five honest questions, an instant risk picture, and a clear next step. Nothing is stored or sent anywhere.
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Mobility
What we suggest looking into
This assessment is an educational planning aid, not a medical or clinical evaluation. For concerns about safety or memory, please involve your parent's doctor.
Practical, judgment-free guides written for family caregivers — read them right here, no sign-up.
How to communicate calmly, prevent wandering, and make the home feel safe and familiar.
A room-by-room plan to remove fall risks and keep your parent moving with confidence.
Supporting recovery at home: routines, exercise follow-through, and warning signs to watch.
Respectful, practical techniques for helping with bathing, dressing, and mealtimes.
Most families miss at least one program they qualify for. Start with these three.
State HCBS programs that can cover in-home care for eligible seniors.
Extra monthly payments for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses.
Dependent credits and medical expense deductions can ease the load.
Care guide
This guide shares general caregiving practices and is not medical advice. Always follow the instructions of your parent's doctor or care team.
CarePath — Care Cost Plan
Prepared · carepathplan.com
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Estimates reflect 2026 median market rates and typical program coverage ranges. Actual costs and eligibility vary by provider, income, assets, and care needs. This document is a planning aid, not a quote or a benefits determination.