Caring for an aging parent is an act of love, but it can also become a full-time responsibility. Between helping with meals, personal care, medication routines, transportation, and everyday activities, family caregiving can require considerable time and energy. For many Indiana families, one question naturally comes up: Can I get paid to take care of my mother or father in Indiana? The answer is yes, in certain circumstances. Indiana Medicaid offers programs that may allow el

Finding out that Medicaid home care services have been denied can be stressful for families. You may have been counting on help with bathing, dressing, meals, mobility, or other daily activities. Now you may be wondering how your loved one will receive the support they need. If this happens to your family, do not assume the decision is final. In Indiana, Medicaid members have the right to challenge certain decisions about their eligibility, healthcare coverage, and approved s

If you are helping an aging parent or loved one in Indiana, you may have heard about Indiana PathWays for Aging. But what exactly is the program, who qualifies, and can it help pay for care at home? For many older adults, staying in a familiar environment is important. They want to maintain their routines, remain close to family, and continue living as independently as possible. At the same time, families may need additional support with daily activities, transportation, meal

Need help caring for a loved one at home? Here's where to start, what to prepare, and how to explore your options. When a parent, spouse, or loved one begins struggling with everyday activities, families often have the same questions: Who do we call first? How do we know what kind of care is needed? Can Medicaid help pay for services? And how long will the process take? Finding home care can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already balancing work, family responsibili

Watch for these warning signs before a loved one's safety becomes an emergency. For many older adults, living independently means more than having their own home. It means maintaining privacy, familiar routines, independence, and control over everyday decisions. But as people age, their needs can change. Tasks that once felt simple, such as preparing meals, managing household responsibilities, getting in and out of the shower, or remembering appointments, may gradually become

What will home care look like five years from now? Will caregivers still be making the same home visits? Will technology become part of everyday caregiving? Will more seniors remain at home longer? And how will families balance human connection with increasingly sophisticated tools? The future of home care is unlikely to be about technology replacing caregivers. Instead, the bigger story may be about technology helping caregivers do their jobs better while keeping people at t

What if senior care didn’t have to begin with moving your loved one out of the home they know and love? For many families, the conversation around aging is changing. Instead of immediately asking, “When should Mom or Dad move into a facility?”, families are increasingly asking a different question: “What would it take to help them safely remain at home?” That question is at the heart of aging in place. According to a 2026 Pew Research Center survey, 60% of adults age 65 and o

What happens when care, healthcare, hospitality, creativity, and entrepreneurship come together under one vision? You create more than individual businesses. You create an ecosystem built around people, purpose, and possibility. That is the idea behind The Nurtured Group: bringing together businesses and services designed to serve communities, create opportunities, and build something that can grow with purpose. From home care and skilled healthcare to hospitality and future

Before you put another “healthy” food in the grocery cart, read the label. Walk through almost any grocery store and you will find products marketed as healthy, natural, wholesome, or made with real fruit. But the front of a package can tell one story while the Nutrition Facts label tells another. For older adults, this matters. As we age, nutrition becomes an important part of maintaining strength, energy, independence, and overall well-being. The goal isn't to label every c

What if your loved one needs help at home, but Medicaid isn't covering the services they need? When an older adult begins struggling with bathing, dressing, meals, mobility, medications, or other everyday activities, families often start asking a difficult question: “Does this mean Mom needs to move into a nursing home?” Not necessarily. Indiana has a state-funded program called CHOICE, short for Community and Home Options to Institutional Care for the Elderly and Disabled. T

Before you assume home care is too expensive, check whether your loved one may qualify for Medicaid-supported services. When an aging parent begins needing help at home, families often ask the same question: “How are we going to pay for this?” Home care can be incredibly valuable, but the cost can feel overwhelming when you're already managing medications, appointments, household expenses, and other responsibilities. Here's something many Indiana families may not realize: Ind

Before you tell Mom she needs more care, walk through her home with her. You might spot something that could prevent a serious fall or accident. Home is where many seniors feel most comfortable and independent. But as mobility, vision, balance, or memory changes, everyday areas of the home can become potential safety risks. The good news? You don't have to completely remodel the house to make a difference. This weekend, grab a notepad, walk through the home, and use this simp

Could your loved one receive help at home through Indiana Medicaid? Before you assume a nursing home is the only option, take a closer look at PathWays. If you're caring for an aging parent, grandparent, or loved one, you've probably heard terms like Medicaid, HCBS, waiver, Medicare, and Indiana PathWays for Aging. And if all of those terms sound confusing, you're not alone. So, what exactly is Indiana PathWays for Aging, and what does it mean for seniors who want to remain a

"Healthcare is changing in Indiana. The question is: Are families prepared?" Beginning in January 2027, many adults enrolled in Indiana's Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) may be required to complete 80 hours each month of work, education, job training, or community service to maintain their health coverage if they do not qualify for an exemption. Recently, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) announced a series of statewide town hall meetings to help HIP mem

"She's just getting older... right?" If you've ever found yourself saying this about a parent or loved one, you're not alone. Occasionally forgetting where you left your keys or struggling to remember a name is a normal part of aging. But when memory problems begin affecting everyday life, they may be signs of something more serious. Before you dismiss those changes as "just old age," take a few minutes to read this guide. Recognizing the early signs of dementia can help fami

Wait. Before you make one of the biggest decisions for your loved one, read this first. If you're thinking about moving your mom, dad, or another loved one into a nursing home, you're probably feeling overwhelmed. Maybe they recently had a fall. Maybe they're forgetting medications. Maybe you're exhausted trying to balance work, family, and caregiving. Before you decide, ask yourself one important question: Have you explored every option that could help your loved one stay sa

"We'll wait a little longer." It's one of the most common phrases families say when they first notice an aging loved one struggling. Maybe Mom has become forgetful. Maybe Dad has had a few close calls with falling. Maybe everyday tasks are becoming more difficult. Yet many families wait until there's a crisis before exploring home care. Unfortunately, waiting too long is often the biggest mistake families make. Home care isn't just about responding to emergencies—it's about p

"Did you know your loved one may qualify for home care without paying out of pocket?" Many Indiana families assume that home care is too expensive or only available to those who can afford private care. Others believe Medicaid only covers nursing homes. The truth is, Indiana's Medicaid Waiver Program helps eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities receive care in the comfort of their own homes instead of moving into a long-term care facility. If you're feeling overwh

"I thought Medicaid only paid for nursing homes." If you've ever believed that, you're not alone. Many families assume that Medicaid-funded care only applies to nursing homes or that qualifying for home care is nearly impossible. As a result, they often delay getting the support their loved one needs because they believe it's simply out of reach. The truth is, there are many misconceptions about Medicaid-funded home care. Understanding the facts can help families access valua

"Mom says she's fine. Dad insists he doesn't need help." If you've ever tried to bring up home care with an aging parent, you've probably heard responses like: "I can take care of myself." "I don't want to be a burden." "I'm not ready for that." These conversations can be emotional for everyone involved. Your parent may worry about losing their independence, while you're simply trying to keep them safe and healthy. The good news is that talking about home care doesn't have to