Care Options Navigator
You're not choosing between bad options.
You're choosing the best option for right now.
This tool helps you find it — without pressure, without jargon.
When you're in the middle of a care crisis, the options can feel overwhelming — and every article seems to assume you already know the difference between assisted living and memory care, or in-home care and adult day programs.
This tool asks about your specific situation and recommends the options most likely to fit — with honest explanations of what each one actually involves, what it costs, and what the real tradeoffs are.
One honest note before you begin
There is no perfect answer here. Every family's situation is different. This tool gives you a starting point — not a verdict. Whatever you decide, you are doing it out of love.
What is prompting your search for care options today?
This helps frame the right options for where you actually are.
How much help does your parent need with daily tasks right now?
Bathing, dressing, meals, medications, getting around the house.
What best describes their cognitive and medical situation?
How involved can your family realistically be in day-to-day care?
Be honest — this isn't about what you wish you could do. It's about what's sustainable.
What best describes the financial situation for care?
No judgment here — this shapes which options are realistic to explore.
How does your parent feel about leaving their home?
Their wishes matter — even when safety concerns are real. This helps us frame the options honestly.