Eldercare
Dealing with the challenges of eldercare can be complicated and overwhelming for all involved. Below are some links to some helpful resources. Please contact the Employee Assistance Program at 866-724-4327 if you need further assistance in navigating eldercare.
EAP News & Webinars
- Recognizing and Addressing Family Caregiver Stress
- Helping Families Navigate Elder Transitions
- Webinar – Changing Relationships: You and Your Aging Parents
Every first Wednesday of the month
Drop-in any time after 12:00 pm
This monthly, online meeting is designed as a “drop-in” group to foster a safe and supportive venue for MGB employees. Participants can share concerns, discuss self-care and resources, and hear from professional speakers about managing the unique challenges of caring for aging loved ones. This group is run via Zoom.
Presented and moderated by Owen Wyatt, LMHC, EAP Consultant
- The Administration on Aging – Eldercare Services Locator
- National Institute on Aging (NIA)
- American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) – National Site
Massachusetts
- Mass Options – Connection to Local Eldercare Services
- American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) – Massachusetts Site
- Fenway Health – LGBT Aging Project
New Hampshire
The resources below provide information to help seniors and family members navigate housing decisions and placements.
General Resources
- Daily Caring – Understanding Senior Housing Options
- Caring – Housing and Care Options
- Offering from MGB:
The Years Ahead free online platform, available through Bright Horizons, connects you with elder care tools and resources.
– You can search a nationwide network of senior care and housing options.
– Access this benefit via: Mass General Brigham Benefits | Bright Horizons.
– Customer support is available by email at support@yearsahead.com or by phone at (877) 719-3056.
Living at Home
- Caring – Home Care Resources
- Massachusetts – Aging Service Access Points (ASAPs)
- Visiting Nurse Associations – in-home Healthcare Supports
- Beacon Hill Village – Helping Elders Live Independently
Home Safety & Accessibility
Assisted Living
- Caring – Guidance for Choosing an Assisted Living Facility
- MA.Gov – State-Certified Assisted Living Facilities
Long-term Care
Health Insurance
- Boomerbenefits – Medicare Basics
- State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
- Medicaid Long Term Care (MA)
Medicare Supports
- Medicare Plan Finder
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Medigap Insurance Information
- Prescription Drug Coverage
Massachusetts
- Healthinsurance.org – Understanding Medicare in Massachusetts
- Mass.Gov – Senior Guide & Application for Mass Health & Connector Plans
Social Security
General Resources
- Family Caregiver Alliance
- AARP Resources for Caregivers
- Archangels – Supports for Caregivers
- Daily Caring – Caregiver Supports
- Caregiver Action Network
- AARP – How to assess when an Older Adult requires Caregiving Assistance
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care Supports
Financial Information for Caregivers
Sometimes geography, schedules or knowledge of the healthcare system can make it challenging to manage care for elder relatives. Care management professionals can help families to navigate and manage care.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Resources
Alzheimer’s Association
- National
- Free Alzheimer’s Helpline: 800-272-3900
- Massachusetts & New Hampshire Chapter
– Local Care Consultation
– Virtual Support groups
– Educational Programs - MGH – Dementia Care Collaborative
- Memory Care for Veterans
Supports for other Conditions
- Immediate Steps to Respond to Fraud
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts – Elder Hotline
888 – 243-5337 - Federal Trade Commission
877-438-4338 - National Elder Fraud Hotline
833–372–8311 - AARP Fraud Hotline
877-908-3360 - FBI Internet Crime Division
Financial & Healthcare Planning
Elder Legal Resources
General Information
- Medicare.org – How to Talk with Seniors about their Driving
- AAA – Senior Driver Safety
- Mass.Gov – Information on Older Drivers
Driver Evaluation Programs
