Helping You Care for Yourself
You care for them. We make it possible for you to take a break.
As part of the Medicare GUIDE program, eligible families receive up to $2,625 per year in Medicare-covered respite care. We help you arrange, coordinate, and manage everything — so you can rest, recharge, and be there for what matters most.
See If You're Eligible
A break for you. A brighter tomorrow for both of you.
Up to $2,625 each year
Paid for by Medicare. No out-of-pocket costs.
Two respite options
In-home care or day programs.
We handle the details
Vetting, paperwork, and payments.
You choose when to use it
Schedule respite when it works for your family.
Flexible options to fit your life.
You can use a combination of in-home care and day programs — it's up to you.
In-Home Care
- What it is
- A 4-hour segment of in-home care provided by a trained caregiver.
- Time segment
- 4 hours
- How much you get
- Up to 19 segments per year
- How you can use it
- All at once • Once or twice a week • Overnights • Any combination
- Services provided
- Companionship, activities of daily living (bathing, meds, light housekeeping), transportation, meal preparation, and more.
Day Programs
- What it is
- One day of program attendance (typically 4–8 hours, varies by program).
- Time segment
- 4–8 hours (varies by program)
- How much you get
- Up to 25 days per year
- How you can use it
- Use the days when it's most helpful for you — all together or spread out over the year.
- Services provided
- Varies by program: social activities, meals, supervision, and often transportation.
We make respite simple.
Our team takes care of the details, so you can focus on what matters most.
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Join HōttoCare
Enroll in the Medicare GUIDE program. We'll confirm your eligibility.
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Tell us what you need
We'll learn your preferences and help you choose in-home care, day programs, or both.
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We handle the setup
Our team vets providers, completes the paperwork, and manages payments with Medicare.
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You take a break
You schedule respite services when it's convenient for you. We're here if you need support.
“Taking a break gave me the space to be a better caregiver. HōttoCare made it so easy.”
Frequently asked questions
See all FAQsHow much respite care can I get?
Eligible families can receive up to $2,625 in Medicare-covered respite care each year.
What types of providers can I use?
You can use HōttoCare-approved in-home care providers, adult day programs, or a combination of both.
Do I have to pay anything?
No. For eligible families, respite care through the Medicare GUIDE program has no out-of-pocket cost.
Caring for yourself is part of caring for them.
Let us help you access the support you deserve — at no cost to you.
See If You're EligibleCaregivers come to us when…
Aging in place is getting hard
You want to keep them home but aren't sure how long it's safe.
Considering memory care
You're touring communities and overwhelmed by the differences.
Costs are climbing
Out-of-pocket spending isn't sustainable and you need a new plan.
Planning ahead
Things are stable now and you want a plan ready before the next change.
"The HōttoCare team listens well. You're able to adjust your expert guidance to match our needs."
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Frequently asked.
Do you receive commissions from facilities?
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No. Our recommendations are based on fit, not referral fees. Our funding comes from Medicare's GUIDE Program.
Can you help us tour places?
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Yes. We can prep tour questions, attend with you, or debrief afterward.
What if our family disagrees?
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That's normal — and one of the most useful things we do is facilitate the family conversation neutrally.
We can help guide you through it.
A short, no-pressure conversation with a HōttoCare navigator is often the most hopeful thing a caregiver does all month.