GUIDE Program available to eligible California residents
Service

Care options, explained side by side.

No pressure, no jargon — just a clear picture of every path forward, what it really costs, and what it would mean for your family.

Family weighing care options together
We hear you

Why this matters.

Deciding what kind of care comes next is one of the hardest conversations families ever have. It deserves more than a Google search and a brochure.

  • You're weighing home care vs. memory care and feel stuck.
  • Cost estimates online don't match your reality.
  • Family members have strong, conflicting opinions.
  • You want to honor your loved one's wishes — and stay sane.
How we help

HōttoCare is there for you.

We sit with you, walk through every realistic option, and lay out what each would actually look like for your loved one and your family — emotionally, logistically, and financially. Then we help you act on whatever you decide.

What's included

Everything you get with this service.

  • Side-by-side comparison of all care options
  • Realistic cost modeling (insurance + out-of-pocket)
  • Tours and warm introductions to vetted providers
  • Family decision-making facilitation
  • Advance care planning and conversation guides
  • Transition planning when the time comes
How it works

Simple, supportive, at your pace.

  1. 1

    Understand today

    We assess current needs, safety, finances, and your loved one's preferences.

  2. 2

    Map the options

    We lay out every realistic path — staying home, day programs, residential care, and the in-betweens.

  3. 3

    Talk it through

    A facilitated family conversation, on your timeline, so everyone is heard.

  4. 4

    Act with confidence

    When you're ready, we coordinate tours, applications, and transitions.

Common situations

Caregivers 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."

TB · Adult Child Caregiver

Questions, answered

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.

You don't have to navigate this alone

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.