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Family Care Services & Care Categories

Browse by service type to compare family care services, assisted living, in-home care, and nursing homes that match what your family needs.

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Compare clinical staffing, CareScout 2025 medians, and Medicare vs. Medicaid coverage side-by-side.

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Care Outside the Home

Adult Day Care4,877$95/day medianAdult day care centers offer structured daytime programs with social activities, health services, and supervision for seniors, giving family caregivers respite during the day.Assisted Living38,420$6,200/mo medianAssisted living communities provide housing with personal care support for seniors who need help with daily activities but want to maintain their independence.Independent Living230$3,100/mo typicalIndependent living offers private senior housing, social activities, and convenient services for older adults who do not need daily personal care.Memory Care11,298~$7,750/mo typicalMemory care communities offer specialized 24-hour care for seniors with Alzheimer's or other dementia in a secure setting.Nursing Home12,430$9,581–$10,798/moNursing homes provide 24-hour skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services for seniors with complex medical needs or those recovering from illness or surgery.

Care at Home

Home Health Nursing31,114Home health nursing delivers skilled medical care at home — nursing, therapy, and health monitoring — under a physician‑directed plan of care.Home Safety Modifications505Home safety modifications add grab bars, ramps, lighting, and fall‑prevention fixes to make a senior’s home safer and easier to navigate.In-Home Care7,415$35/hr medianIn-home care services bring professional caregivers directly to seniors in their own homes, providing personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily living.

Support & Planning Services

Cancer Treatment1,393Senior cancer care includes surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and supportive care delivered across clinics, hospitals, and at home, tailored to the person’s health and goals.Dialysis6,192Dialysis centers provide hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis for people with kidney failure, typically at outpatient Medicare‑certified clinics.Elder Law2,756Elder law attorneys help with estate planning, guardianship, Medicaid planning, powers of attorney, advance directives, and protection from elder abuse.Senior Care Planning1,266Certified geriatric care managers assess needs, coordinate services, and guide families through care options as health needs become more complex.Hospice4,454$0 out-of-pocket (Medicare)Hospice provides comfort‑focused end‑of‑life care with pain management and emotional support for patients and families at home or in dedicated settings.Hospital6,363Hospitals provide 24/7 emergency, surgical, diagnostic, and inpatient medical care, coordinating with post‑acute services when a longer recovery is needed.Inpatient Rehabilitation1,180Inpatient rehabilitation hospitals deliver intensive, physician‑led therapy and nursing care after stroke, injury, or surgery to help patients regain function before returning home.Insurance Counseling10Free Medicare counseling through SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program).Medical Transport3,499Non‑emergency medical transportation (NEMT) offers wheelchair‑accessible rides and stretcher or ambulance transport to appointments when driving is not an option.

Special programs

PACE317PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a US Medicare and Medicaid program that helps nursing-home-eligible seniors live in the community with a day health center, home support, medical care, and transportation under one plan.

Understanding Senior Care Types & Levels of Support

Quick Summary — Family Care Services in the U.S.: Families compare six core eldercare settings—non-medical in-home care, Medicare-certified home health, adult day programs, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing homes—using official CMS Care Compare quality ratings, state licensing records, CareScout 2025 cost medians, Medicaid.gov HCBS waivers, and ACL Eldercare Locator resources.

Senior care planning & elder care resources: Compare Care Types Side-by-Side · Care Cost Calculator · 50-State Senior Care Cost Report · Medicaid Eligibility Estimator · Guided Care Planning Assessment · State Medicaid & HCBS Waiver Guide · Legal Documents Checklist

Selecting appropriate senior care begins with identifying the specific physical, cognitive, and medical support your family member requires. Eldercare encompasses a continuum ranging from minimal in-home companionship to comprehensive around-the-clock clinical supervision.

Residential Communities

Assisted Living: Designed for seniors who require help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, and medication administration while preserving independence in private apartments. Families searching for assisted living facilities near me can compare local communities, licensing reports, and pricing.

Memory Care: Dedicated secured wings or freestanding facilities equipped with structured routines, sensory activities, and wander-management technology for individuals living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia.

Nursing Homes Directory (Skilled Nursing): Our comprehensive nursing homes directory helps families find licensed facilities providing 24/7 physician-supervised medical monitoring, rehabilitation therapies (PT/OT/ST), and long-term custodial support with official CMS star ratings and state inspection records.

Home-Based Services

In-Home Non-Medical Care: Personal caregivers and homemakers providing vital companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and errand assistance. If you are researching how do I find home care providers for my parent, our directory verifies agency credentials and background check standards.

Directory of Home Health Agencies: Explore our verified directory of home health agencies providing Medicare-certified intermittent skilled care, wound treatment, physical therapy, and clinical nursing ordered by a physician.

Hospice & Palliative Care: Specialized comfort-focused care addressing pain management, symptom relief, and emotional support for seniors facing serious illness or end-of-life journeys.

Community & Financial Support

Adult Day Programs: Supervised daytime community centers offering structured recreation, hot meals, social engagement, and healthcare monitoring, giving working caregivers necessary respite.

Care Management & Advisory: Certified geriatric care managers and elder law attorneys who guide families through complex estate planning, Medicaid spend-down rules, and long-term care decisions.

Funding & Benefit Programs: Evaluate Medicare (short-term rehabilitation only), Medicaid HCBS waivers, Veterans Aid and Attendance pensions, and private long-term care insurance to structure sustainable payment plans.

How we research and verify this information

Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.

Editorial review by John Richie, Senior Care Research Editor.

Category FAQs

How should I choose a care category?

Start with the primary service your family needs today, then compare provider profiles, reviews, and availability before contacting.

Can I compare providers across categories?

Yes. You can browse multiple categories and use saved-provider workflows to compare options side by side.

How does this nursing homes directory help families evaluate facilities?

Our nursing homes directory compiles verified skilled nursing facilities across all 50 states with official CMS Care Compare star ratings, health inspection deficiency records, and nurse staffing data so families can evaluate clinical quality and care standards.

What is a directory of home health agencies and how do I find home care providers for my parent?

Our directory lists licensed home health agencies providing clinical in-home nursing as well as non-medical home care agencies. To find home care providers for your parent, assess their daily assistance needs, compare verified agency credentials and caregiver screening standards, and contact providers directly for personalized care assessments.

How can I search for assisted living facilities near me?

Browse our assisted living directory by state, county, or city to compare residential communities, monthly pricing benchmarks, amenities, and available care support levels near you.

What family care services are available for aging parents?

Core family care services include non-medical in-home caregiving, Medicare-certified home health nursing, adult day programs, assisted living communities, secured memory care, hospice care, and CMS-rated skilled nursing facilities, matched to daily living and clinical needs.

How do I start senior care planning and find elder care resources?

Start senior care planning by assessing daily living activities, preparing durable power of attorney and advance healthcare directives, comparing CareScout state cost benchmarks, and checking Medicaid.gov HCBS waivers, VA Aid and Attendance benefits, and Area Agencies on Aging.