GUIDE Program available to eligible California residents
For people living with dementia

Your life is still yours. We're here to help you keep living it well.

If you're noticing memory changes — or you've been given a diagnosis — HōttoCare offers grounded, respectful support that protects your independence, voice, and what matters most to you.

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We hear you

What you might be carrying right now.

These are the moments we meet families in every day. You're not the only one feeling this — and you don't have to keep feeling it alone.

  • Fear of what a diagnosis might mean for the years ahead.
  • Worry that you'll lose control over decisions about your own life.
  • Confusion about where to even begin looking for help.
  • A care system that's hard to navigate when you're already tired.
  • Concern for the people you love and what they're carrying with you.
Setting the record straight

The stories that keep people from getting help.

"A diagnosis means life is over."

Many people live meaningful, connected years after a diagnosis. With the right support, the road ahead can still hold joy, purpose, and choice.

"Dementia takes away all my independence."

Independence shifts — it doesn't disappear. Planning early protects your voice in decisions that affect you.

"Support is only for later stages."

The earliest months are often when support helps most. Education, planning, and connection now make every stage easier.

"We should wait until things get worse to ask for help."

Waiting narrows your options. Reaching out early opens doors — and almost no one regrets making the call sooner.

Share this with someone who supports you

There's support for the people who care for you, too.

HōttoCare helps family caregivers get guidance, relief, and a dedicated care team — often at no cost. If you have a caregiver, let them know we're here.