Trusted Resources
I know how overwhelming it can be to sort through the sea of information out there. Who do you trust? Where do you even start?
That is exactly why I created this page.
Every single resource here belongs to someone I have personally connected with, shared a conversation with, and genuinely believe in. These are not sponsored listings or random recommendations. They are people doing real, meaningful work for caregivers and the people they care for, and I am proud to call them collaborators.
If it lives on this page, it has earned my trust. And I do not give that lightly.
ASSISTEX is a therapist-founded brand creating dignified, easy-to-use activities for people living with dementia. Designed by an occupational therapist, our products support meaningful engagement at every stage, helping to reduce frustration and promote connection. They are simple for staff, caregivers, and families to facilitate, and are widely used in nursing homes, memory care settings, community programs, and home care.
I am an affiliate partner with Assistex, which means I earn a small commission when you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you.
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CareBloom.com, is a caregiver support platform designed to help older adults live safely at home longer while giving families greater peace of mind. It helps caregivers stay connected to what matters most, day-to-day well-being so they can notice meaningful changes early and support loved ones before small issues become bigger concerns.
By sharing insights with a trusted Care Circle of family and friends, CareBloom reduces the burden on any one caregiver and makes it easier to support aging in place with confidence, dignity, and less stress.
CarePatrol Broward and Miami-Dade is a trusted senior advisory service dedicated to helping families find safe, compassionate, and appropriate care solutions for their loved ones. Part of a nationwide organization with more than 200 offices throughout the United States and Canada, CarePatrol was built on both extensive healthcare experience and a personal firsthand understanding of the challenges families face during medical crises. They specialize in guiding seniors and their families through Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, and In-Home Care options throughout Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
Through strong relationships with hospitals, rehabilitation centers, social workers, and healthcare professionals, CarePatrol provides timely, knowledgeable, and compassionate support during critical life transitions.
Living Goldenwell is the leading eldercare community and network built for professional women navigating the journey of supporting an aging parent. Founded by Kathleen Korpela, it gives women the plan, the community, and the expert guidance they need to move from overwhelmed to empowered - so they can support their aging parent(s) without losing themselves in the process.
LTCareNav is a free, comprehensive long-term care planning and navigation platform that helps individuals and families understand, prepare for, and manage care with clarity and confidence.
LTCareNav brings together essential tools in one place, including care cost planning, care assessments, and guidance on Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans benefits, social services, and nonprofit resources. It also provides state-specific insights and over 17 financial planning tools to help families explore how to pay for care and plan ahead.
Beyond information, LTCareNav offers trusted navigation through the care journey, including vetted, curated introductions to care providers and services when needed, never spam, never cold outreach.
At its core, LTCareNav is a one-stop support system for navigating long-term care, caregiving, and aging, making a complex system easier, more transparent, and more human.
Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s is leading the way in intergenerational education and support. We offer a digital video series and a picture book that empowers families, toddlers on up, with information, tips, and activities to help form an immediate connection, have meaningful interactions, and create JOYful memories throughout the course of Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia.
Through our Adult Day Initiative, the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer’s Program (MMAP) equips Adult Day communities with calm, practical education for families. Easy to launch, simple to use, and repeatable, MMAP reduces stress, builds confidence, and helps create more meaningful, joyful visits.
Some resources on this page are affiliate partnerships, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. This never influences what I recommend, only products and companies I genuinely believe in are featured here.
