Medicare Information for Caregivers
Welcome Caregivers
Healthcare decisions are difficult. Even more so when you’re making those decisions for someone else. We’ve collected some resources to make your job easier.
Want to talk through your plan options? Speak with a licensed agent. Call us at 833-987-0765.
Important Documents
When making big decisions on behalf of someone else, it’s important to know your rights. The following documents will help you understand your role a little better.
Learn more about Medicare and how you can prepare yourself for enrollment.
Develop a Care Plan
When caring for someone, it’s important to document their health conditions, treatments and medications. This is especially helpful when shopping for Medicare coverage.
Learn more about a care plan and download a helpful worksheet at CDC.gov.
LEARN
I need to understand the basics of Medicare.
EXPLORE
I want to review the CareFirst’s Medicare plans.
ENROLL
I know what type of plan is right for the person I’m caring for.
Local and National Resources
Caregiver Benefits and Services
MD Department of Insurance
insurance.maryland.gov
The Administration on Aging—educates older people and their caregiver(s) about benefits and services that can help them.
aoa.gov
Social Security Administration
ssa.gov
Created by the National Council on Aging (NCOA). This free, easy-to-use website helps older Americans identify their eligibility for a wide range of public assistance programs.
www.benefitscheckup.org
Caregiver Resources for Daily Living
Caring for someone is hard work. It’s important to make time for yourself.
Review the CDC’s guidance for self-care when caring for another.
Family Caregiver Resources
comfortkeepers.com
Online support group for children of aging parents
caregiver.org
Support for families facing caregiving challenges
caring.com
How to make a home safe for an ageing individual
herohealth.com