Family guides

Guides for families deciding after a hospital stay

Start with the hospital discharge guide, learn how Medicaid can pay for assisted living (starting with Florida), or read how FindRetireHome is paid. Licensed advisor shortlists stay free for families.

Planning

Hospital discharge to assisted living

Post-hospital timeline, budget fit, memory care vs assisted living, and a free ZIP shortlist.

Paying for care

Using Medicaid for assisted living in Florida

Elder Helpline screening, the waitlist, DCF and CARES, choosing a plan, plus a readiness checklist and free advisor help.

Trust

How we get paid

Families never pay. Communities may pay a referral fee when a placement succeeds.

Library

All resources and city guides

Cost, Medicaid, VA Aid and Attendance, inspection reports, and city checklists.