Reference Charts & Data Tables
Quick, citable reference charts for caring for an aging parent: levels of care, costs, ADLs and IADLs, Medicare versus Medicaid versus VA, and dementia staging.
Levels of Care for Seniors: A Comparison Chart
Compare independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing homes, CCRCs, and in-home care by cost, services, and who each is right for.
ADLs and IADLs: Activities of Daily Living Explained
The 6 ADLs and 8 IADLs used to assess how much help an aging parent needs, with a printable-style checklist and how care assessments use them.
Cost of Senior Care in 2026: What to Expect
Typical 2026 median costs for in-home care, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes, with how prices vary by region and what drives them.
Medicare vs Medicaid vs VA Benefits: Who Pays for Care
A clear comparison of what Medicare, Medicaid, and VA benefits do and do not cover for long-term care of an aging parent, and how to qualify.
Dementia Stages Chart (7-Stage GDS Scale)
The 7 stages of dementia on the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS) in a quick reference table: symptoms, typical duration, and care needs at each stage.
Elder Care Glossary (A to Z)
Plain-English definitions of caregiving, legal, and care terms.