Resources
Guides for California families
Plain-English guides on the questions families ask most often: IHSS, CalAIM, paying for care, dementia, hospital discharge, and choosing an agency.
Paying for Home Care in California: Your Options
Private-pay, long-term care insurance, VA Aid and Attendance, IHSS, and CalAIM — what each one covers and what it does not.
Read article →Home Care vs. Home Health: What is the Difference?
Understanding the difference between home care and home health ensures your family gets the right support at the right time.
Read article →Aging in Place at Home: A Practical Checklist
What families should look at when committing to keeping a parent at home.
Read article →Dementia Care at Home: What Families Need to Know
Caring for a loved one with dementia at home requires adapting to their shifting realities. This guide outlines what to expect at each stage and how to sustain your own well-being along the way.
Read article →Hospital Discharge to Home Care: What Families Need to Know
Transitioning a loved one from a hospital bed back home requires a highly coordinated plan. Missteps during this critical window are the leading cause of preventable hospital readmissions. This guide outlines how to manage each phase smoothly.
Read article →How to Choose a Home Care Agency in California — and Why Families Choose Luminary
Choosing a home care agency is one of the most important decisions a family makes for an aging parent. This guide walks you through what to verify, what to ask, and the red flags to avoid — and explains why Luminary Living Support is the option families return to.
Read article →Alzheimer Care at Home: What Families Need to Know
Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia, and most of the care happens at home. This guide covers what to expect, how to keep your loved one safe, and how to protect yourself as a caregiver.
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