Finding the right care for an aging parent or loved one can come with a lot of questions. We’ve gathered helpful resources to make it easier to understand care options, support a loved one with changing needs, and find trusted information for the decisions ahead.
Whether you’re researching assisted living, memory care, caregiving support, or benefits and long-term care resources, this is a good place to start.
Learn about the differences between assisted living, memory care, in-home care, and short-term support so you can better understand which option may fit your family’s needs.
Find practical guidance for supporting an aging loved one with dementia, understanding changing behaviors, and creating a safer, more reassuring daily routine.
Caring for an aging parent can be rewarding and overwhelming. Explore resources for caregiver stress, respite support, communication, and care planning.
Find helpful information about medication management, fall prevention, healthy routines, mobility, and other everyday concerns for older adults.
For older adults who want to maintain independence while receiving help with daily tasks such as meals, medications, dressing, housekeeping, or mobility.
Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other forms of memory loss who may benefit from additional structure, supervision, and safety.
Flexible support that allows older adults to remain at home while receiving help with personal care, household tasks, companionship, and daily routines.
Temporary or flexible care can provide extra support during recovery, family travel, caregiver breaks, or changing care needs.
In addition to resources from The Gables, several national and local organizations provide education, benefits information, advocacy, and support for older adults and their families.
Education, support groups, caregiver resources, and information for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Local programs, services, and information designed to support older adults, caregivers, and families throughout southeast Idaho.
Advocacy and educational resources focused on resident rights, long-term care quality, and helping families understand care standards.
Information about benefits and support that may be available to eligible veterans and their families, including resources that may help with long-term care needs.
*External resources are provided for convenience. Eligibility, services, and information may vary by organization.
Caring for an aging loved one often means balancing their needs with work, family, and your own well-being. It’s okay to look for help before caregiving becomes overwhelming. Respite care, hourly support, and trusted educational resources can give families more flexibility and peace of mind.
Looking for practical guidance on a specific concern? These resources answer some of the questions families ask most often.
Every family’s situation is different. If you’re unsure what level of support your loved one needs, The Gables team can help answer questions, explain care options, and help you determine what might be the best next step.
